MISSOULA — The 2025 all-class state cross country meet showcased Montana's best runners Saturday on a cool fall day at the University of Montana Golf Course.

And defending champions and newcomers alike made their mark on the sport's biggest stage. For complete results from the all-class meet, click here .

WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS: Defending champions, freshman newcomers shine at 2025 all-class state cross country meet

Class AA battles

The Class AA girls race delivered perhaps the most exciting finish of the day. Kalispell Glacier teammates Ada Thiel and Lauren Bissen were among the leaders throughout the race, but the freshman Thiel kicked past her teammate in the final moments for the victory in 18 minutes, 21.89 seconds.

Bissen, a junior, crossed the finish line in 18:22.66, placing

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