Lansing Catholic Girls Cross Country Claims Third Straight Division 3 State Championship
The Lansing Catholic girls cross country team secured their third consecutive Division 3 state championship title at Michigan International Speedway.

Lansing, MI, November 10, 2026 — Lansing Catholic High School’s girls cross country team has achieved a significant milestone, clinching their third consecutive Division 3 state championship. The team earned this latest title at the Michigan International Speedway.
The victory marks a sustained period of dominance for the program, underscoring consistent performance and dedication over multiple seasons. Securing a championship title is a notable achievement in itself, but repeating that success for three consecutive years highlights a team’s exceptional talent, coaching, and commitment to excellence.
The Division 3 state championship is the highest level of competition for schools in that division within the state of Michigan. Cross country events typically involve runners competing over a set distance on varied terrain, with team scores calculated based on the placement of their top runners. Winning as a team requires strong individual performances across multiple athletes.
The venue for this year’s championship was the Michigan International Speedway, a location familiar for hosting major sporting events. The specific details regarding the race, including individual performances, times, or the margin of victory, were not provided in the summary. Information regarding the coaching staff or key athletes who led the team to this achievement was also not detailed.
Achieving three state championships in a row is a rare feat in high school athletics, often requiring a deep roster, strong development pipelines, and stable leadership. This accomplishment places the Lansing Catholic girls cross country program among the elite teams in Division 3 history. Further details on the team’s season and the championship race itself are awaited.
Story summarized from the original created by Ian Kress on www.wlns.com, see more information here.
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