Becerra becomes first-ever to qualify

By TROY HYDE Sports Editor

Forsan's Cynthia Becerra became the first cross country runner in school history to advance to the state meet in Round Rock after she placed fourth this past Saturday at the regional meet in Arlington.

Becerra, a senior, paced the girls team with a time of 12:52, helping the Buffalo girls to a 15th place finish out of 24 teams.

"We are so proud and pumped for Cynthia for being the first runner to ever reach the state meet," said Forsan assistant coach Tonya Vess. "She has worked hard for four years and accomplished her dream of making it state."

Senior Trey Paredez nearly advanced, as well, finishing in 15th place overall with a time of 18:03. He was four spots away from qualifying as he completed an excellent year of cross country, said Vess.

"We were extremely pleased with all the students' efforts and am extremely proud of their hard work and dedication they put forth this season."

Becerra will run at state this Saturday at Round Rock, which is near Austin.