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Williams Tops NCAA DIII Women's Cross Country Poll

10/23/2025

Summary

Williams Tops Rankings

The NCAA DIII Women’s Cross Country National Coaches’ Poll showed major changes after the Connecticut College Invitational.
Williams claimed the top position for the first time since 2016, surpassing MIT by 24 points.
Johns Hopkins remained in third place, while SUNY Geneseo and Tufts completed the top five.
Middlebury's Audrey MacLean received National Athlete of the Week honors, contributing to her team's ascent to ninth.
The NCAA DIII Cross Country Championships will take place on November 22, 2023, in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

Summary

Stanislaus State Dominates

Stanislaus State men's soccer reached a historic milestone by ranking No. 1 in the United Soccer Coaches Men's NCAA Division II poll, remaining unbeaten at 11-0-1.
The men's team leads the nation in winning percentage and has achieved seven shutouts.
The women's soccer team is currently No. 8 in the United Soccer Coaches West Region rankings and is competing for a postseason spot.
Both teams are preparing for important matches this weekend, with the men's team hosting Chico State and the women's team facing Cal State Monterey Bay.
The NCAA Division II Men's Soccer Championship Selection Show will occur on November 17.

History

Historical Context

Williams College claimed its first NCAA Division III Women’s Cross Country Championship in 2016, finishing 24 points ahead of MIT. This victory marked a significant achievement in collegiate athletics, reflecting a competitive environment where teams like Johns Hopkins and SUNY Geneseo strive for excellence. The evolving dynamics of these championships underscore the importance of strategic training and consistent performance in achieving national recognition.

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Williams Tops Rankings

The NCAA DIII Women’s Cross Country National Coaches’ Poll showed major changes after the Connecticut College Invitational.
Williams claimed the top position for the first time since 2016, surpassing MIT by 24 points.
Johns Hopkins remained in third place, while SUNY Geneseo and Tufts completed the top five.
Middlebury's Audrey MacLean received National Athlete of the Week honors, contributing to her team's ascent to ninth.
The NCAA DIII Cross Country Championships will take place on November 22, 2023, in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

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