CANTON, Ga. – Shinn named SAA Athlete of the Week after PR performance at Sandshark Invitational
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Sand Shark Invitational
2026 SAA Cross Country Championship
Athlete of the Week
Megan Shinn | Maryville | JR | Clarksville, TN - Shinn had an outstanding performance at the Sandshark Invitational, placing 7th overall with a personal best time of 20:14.5. Competing against runners from all three divisions, she finished ahead of numerous Division I and II competitors and was the top Division III finisher in the race. The weather was a factor, making the course extremely muddy, but Shinn was able to overcome it for a fantastic race.
2026 Women's Cross Country Report Archive (AOW)
Week One - Sept. 9: (Gianna Keena, Trinity)
Week Two - Sept. 15: (Gianna Keena, Trinity)
Week Three - Sept. 22: (Elena Gentry, Rhodes)
Week Four - Sept. 29: (Megan Shinn, Maryville)
Week Five - Oct. 6: (Anne Snider, Trinity)
Week Six - Oct. 13: (
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