Senior Emma Strack recorded a 34th-place finish in the women's 7.5K classic to start her trip off at the 2025 NCAA Championships on Friday morning at the Oak Hill Outdoor Center.

Strack, who made her fourth consecutive trip to the postseason in as many years, skied the 7.5K classic and recorded a final time of 26:44.1.

"I don't think Emma was feeling the best today," said head coach Ethan Townsend. "She still gave a great effort and we're hopeful to put together a good result on Saturday."

Strack will continue her run in the postseason as she competes in the 20K mass-start freestyle on Saturday, March 8. Live coverage begins at 10 a.m.