Both Kingwood cross country teams are set to race in the Region 3-6A Championships this Tuesday, October 21st, in Huntsville — and both know exactly what’s at stake. For the Mustangs, this meet isn’t just another race; it’s the culmination of months of early mornings, miles logged in the heat, and hard-earned team chemistry.
The Kingwood girls head into Regionals once again among the strongest squads in the region. Led by senior Clara Dye and Ella Narhi, the team has built its reputation on consistency and front-end strength.
Right behind them, look out for Kayla Parrish, Emma Harlan, and Elizabeth Parrish, who have consistently finished under the 21-minute mark, keeping them in contention at every invitational and earning them a top-five finish at District. The key for the girls will be their pack split. If Narhi and Dye can stay near the front, and the 3–5 runners can close the gap, Kingwood could secure one of the top four team spots that move on to State.
Next up, the Kingwood boys step into Regionals with something to prove and the talent to back it up. This is a program that’s built on legacy, and this year’s group is ready to add its own chapter.
Leading the charge is junior Jed Mazingo, who’s been a steady front-runner all season. Mazingo has posted multiple sub-16-minute races, including a season best in the 15:30s. Right behind him, Emanuelle Sanabria-Martinez, Connor Graham, Broderick Rosello, Spencer Steadman, and Asynn Boggs round out a lineup that’s been finding its rhythm at the right time. Sophomore Charlie Dye, who’s already clocked a great time earlier in the year, could also be a difference-maker for Regionals. This balance gives them a shot to fight for one of the final qualifying spots to State if they can keep their spread tight.
This year’s Region 3 field is loaded — with teams like The Woodlands, Bridgeland, Katy, and Tompkins expected to push the pace early. But Kingwood has been here before. The Mustangs know how to race when it counts, and they’ve shown all season they won’t back down from top competition.
Senior Broderick Rosello summed it up best earlier this year: “We’re all in on this goal. State this year won’t be a matter of if we can make it, but of how we will perform when we do.” A message that can be taken by both the girls’ and boys’ teams this year.
Kingwood cross country has always been about heart — not headlines. Both teams have shown grit, unity, and pride in the way they train and compete. From the summer miles in the humidity to pre-dawn practices, every runner has put in the work to be here. At Regionals, it all comes down to execution. Every stride, every surge, every spot gained could be the difference between moving on and ending the season.
Go Blue! The Mustangs are ready to find out what’s next for both these teams.
