Evangelical School Athlete Ben Hejna Breaks Personal Record At IESA State Cross Country Meet

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GODFREY - Evangelical School's Benjamin Hejna had trendous support as he competed in the IESA Cross Country State Finals Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, at Maxwell Park in Normal.

Benjamin Hejna finished the race with a personal record time of 13:19.79.

Benjamin shared his feelings about representing Evangelical School at the state competition. “I am so happy and proud to represent Evangelical School on Saturday at State,” he said.

His mother, Emily Hejna, expressed pride in his accomplishments beyond athletics.

“I love watching the boys excel in sports, but I appreciate that they are becoming good humans more,” she said. “Benjamin is an athlete, a musician, a volunteer and a scholar. He is active in youth group and he is in student council.”

Before his depature on Friday, the entire Evangelical School turned out to cheer him on for his state cross country quest.

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