Two more commit to 2008 Women's Team

Two more outstanding high school seniors have commited to run for the Cougars in the 2008 season. Alyssa Imig of Tremont, shown at left with her parents Vic and Diane, besides being top five in her class academically, has exceptional running credentials. This fall she won the Dunlap Invitational, placed fifth in regionals, 16th at sectionals, and capped off the season with a PR time of 18:53 for 26th at State. Another runner who has contributed greatly to a storied high school cross country program, Liz Isbell of Elmwood, pictured with her mom Lynn, has also signed on to join the team next fall. Liz is a top 10 student with a best time of 20:19. This year she placed 100th at state with a time of 20:28. These two join Bonni Martin and Stephanie Fellner of Eureka (see earlier blog) as seniors who will become Cougars next fall. ICC is blessed to have so many stellar high school programs in the area and we are honored that so many of them have chosen to run for the Cougars and continue their academic careers in East Peoria.

ICC CCCC makes Debut!

The ICC CCCC (Illinois Central College Cross Country Christmas Chorale) hit the road yesterday with gigs at the Riverview Retirement apartments, across Centennial Drive from ICC, and at the Eureka Apostolic Christian Nursing Home in Eureka. Though recording contracts have not yet been finalized, the group was warmly received, even reminding one in the audience of "apple pie." Several others were heard singing along with the group. Prior to the Eureka performance, Darce Knapp warmed up the crowd with several piano etudes and hymns, and set the standard high for the runners/singers/players to follow. Afterward, we mingled with the crowd, made several new acquaintances, and adjourned to Liz Koch's home in Tremont for food and fellowship. Will the group resurrect for encore performances next year? Stay tuned....

Two sign to become Cougars

Stephanie Fellner (left) and Bonni Martin, both seniors at Eureka High School, have signed NJCAA national letters of intent to run for the ICC Cougars next fall. Stephanie has a 3-mile best time of 19:41, which she ran for a 58th place finish at the IHSA Class A state meet at Detweiller Park this fall. Bonni's best is 19:18 for 46th place at state. Both helped their team to Regional and Sectional championships and a second place finish at state. Congratulations Stephanie and Bonni!