Two young runners representing Georgetown High School concluded their cross country season with impressive performances at the Louisiana State Elementary Cross Country Championship on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
Jorja Burch and Owie Austin each earned top 10 finishes in the 5–8-year-old age division, bringing recognition to their school and the Grant Parish community.
Two Runners Finish Among State’s Top 10
Georgetown High School announced that both runners delivered strong performances against competitors from across Louisiana.
Owie Austin finished sixth, earning a place among the top runners in her age division.
Jorja Burch placed ninth, also securing a top 10 finish at the state championship.
The results marked a successful conclusion to the junior runners’ season and highlighted their dedication to the sport.
Young Athletes Represent Georgetown with Pride
Competing at the state level provides young athletes with an opportunity to test their abilities against runners from other schools and communities while gaining valuable competitive experience.
For Austin and Burch, finishing among the top 10 in their age group represents an important accomplishment early in their athletic careers.
Cross country requires endurance, determination and consistent effort, qualities both runners demonstrated through their performances.
The state championship also provided an opportunity for the young athletes to represent Georgetown High School and Grant Parish on a larger competitive stage.
School Celebrates Successful Season
Georgetown High School shared its excitement over the runners’ accomplishments in a social media announcement following the championship.
“Our junior runners finished their season today at the Louisiana State Elementary Cross Country Championship,” the school stated in its November 7 announcement.
The school recognized both athletes for their outstanding finishes, adding, “Jorja Burch placed 9th and Owie Austin placed 6th.
Way to run, girls!”
Building a Foundation for Future Success
The strong performances by Austin and Burch highlight the importance of youth athletic programs in developing skills, confidence and a commitment to physical fitness.
Their success at the state championship provides a positive conclusion to the cross country season and establishes a foundation for continued growth in the sport.
With both runners finishing among the top 10 competitors in their age division, Georgetown High School has another athletic accomplishment to celebrate.
Congratulations to Owie Austin and Jorja Burch on their outstanding performances and successful conclusion to the 2026 cross country season.