Malena Grover

Malena Grover finished 12th overall at the NCAA Division II National cross country championships for Adams State, earning All-American honors.

The NCAA South Central Region Runner of the Year this past fall for the Grizzlies, Grover won the South Central Regional title, leading Adams State to a conference title and regional ranking.

Grover, who prepped at Salinas High and set numerous course records at Hartnell College, helped Adams State to an NCAA Division II national team title with her All-American finish.

Grover also earned All-American honors during her two seasons running cross country at Hartnell. She also reached the state finals for Hartnell in track in the 1,500 and 5,000 meter runs.