Sept. 18, 2008

After a week off, the South Carolina is ready hit to the trails for the third time this season. The Gamecocks are set to compete at the Asics Winthrop Invitational at Winthrop Coliseum and Farm, in Rock Hill, S.C., on Sat., Sept. 20. The women’s 5000 meter race begins at 10:00 a.m., following the men’s 8000 meter race to start at 9:00 a.m.

Over 20 women’s teams will be competing at the race. Three of those teams – Louisville, Appalachian State and Charlotte – are currently in the top 15 in the Southeast Region, according to the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association.

In its last outing, South Carolina finished second at the Eye Opener Invitational. Freshman Beatrice Biwott led the Gamecocks, finishing third overall with a time of 18:30. Biwott earned SEC Women’s Cross Country Freshman of the Week accolades for her performance.