JACKSONVILLE, Fla. | In a highly competitive field of 125 runners, the Florida A&M women's cross-country team delivered solid performances at the UNF 5K XC Challenge on Friday (Sept. 13). Newcomer Tara Bert led the way in the Rattlers' season opener, placing 39th overall with a time of 20:51.9, and Serenity Williams followed closely behind, crossing the line in 21:09.7 for 43rd. 

Alesia Douglas (22:15.0) also finished in the top half of the field before Jillian Salmon (23:17.8), Lacie Deboskie (23:19.7), Madison Gordon  (23:40.2) and Kristian Prather (23:46.2). 

As a team, the Rattlers finished sixth out of 13 teams. They'll remain in state for their next meet -- the Embry-Riddle Classic on Saturday (Sept. 21). 

Finishes (Athlete | Time | Place) 
Tara Bert | 20:51.9 | 39/125
Serenity Williams | 21:09.7 | 43/125
Alesia Douglas | 22:15.0 | 61/125
Jillian Salmon | 23:17.8 | 72/125
Lacie Deboskie | 23:19.7 | 73/125
Madison Gordon | 23:40.2 | 77/125
Kristian Prather | 23.46.2 | 80/125