Union Grove High School Broncos Perform Strongly at SLC Conference Championships

The Union Grove High School Broncos demonstrated remarkable performances at the SLC Conference Championships held at Lutherdale Bible Camp, hosted by Elkhorn High School on October 16, 2025. The meet saw both boys and girls teams from the Broncos competing against athletes from other conference schools.

In a day full of intense competition, the Girls Varsity team shone brightly by securing the second overall place. Sammy Antonneau led the pack for the Broncos, finishing 6th and earning a spot in the Girls 1st Team All-Conference. Additional recognition went to Karlie Peterson and Alyssa Simpson, who both made it to the Girls 2nd Team All-Conference. The Junior Varsity races were equally exciting, with Natalija Milicevic winning the JV Girls race, placing her as an alternate for the upcoming Varsity Sectionals.

The Boys Varsity team also made a commendable effort, placing 4th overall with Xander Stulo, who also finished 6th and was named to the Boys 1st Team All-Conference. Abe Ackley made the Boys 2nd Team All-Conference, reflecting the depth of talent in the Broncos team. Tyson Urban and Cooper Urban significantly improved their times from the previous year by 2 and 3 minutes respectively, marking notable individual progress.

Looking ahead, Coach Mikula's rallying words, "You can beat us 3 times during the season, but not 4!" encapsulates the team's resilient spirit. Athlete Mia Wilks also infused the team with motivation, hinting at their readiness for future competitions with her statement about the challenging course.

The Broncos are now setting their sights on their next major competition at the Sectionals, which will be held on October 25, 2025, at Fox River Park in Burlington, WI. With the momentum from this championship, Union Grove High School's cross country teams are poised to make a strong showing.