WASECA, Minn. - The Luther women's cross country team finished second at the Coach Finanger Invitational out of six teams in the 4K race. The three runners in the top-10 were Mari Paulsen, Norah McDonald and Penelope Hansen. 

The top-seven for the Norse featured Paulsen (6th - 6 pts - 15:40.0), McDonald (9th - 9 pts - 15:49.4), Hansen (10th - 10 pts - 15:57.4), Annika Veit (12th - 12 pts - 16:05.2), Lindsey Moseley (13th - 13 pts - 16:06.6), Makaylee Jensen (19th - 16:32.9), and Jenna Woodsmall (20th - 16:33.0). 

The meet was won by Gustavus Adolphus followed by Luther, Crown, St. Catherine, Martin Luther and Augsburg. A total of 77 runners competed in the event. 

This year team head coaches picked a male and female athlete from their teams to earn the Coach Finanger Spirit award. Awardees should have demonstrated outstanding character both on and off the field, using their talents for special purposes, and their passion and dedication for the betterment of others. Mia Lung was the women's team recipient of the award. 

Up next Luther will compete at the George Oja Invitational hosted by Linfield University (OR) on Saturday, Oct. 18. The race begins at 11 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. CT. in Independence, Ore. at Oak Knoll Golf Course.