Follow our 2019 FloXC Countdown, where FloTrack ranks the top 25 cross country teams and individuals in the NCAA this season which will be LIVE on FloTrack. The No. 8 women’s individual spot goes to Alabama junior Esther Gitahi, and here's why:

FULL RANKINGS HERE

Personal Bests:

5K: 15:51.85 (2019)

Championship Performances:

2019 NCAA Outdoor 5K: 3rd, 15:51.85

Watch Esther Gitahi win the East Prelims 5K: