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Syracuse Men's Cross Country Hits No. 5 Ranking

11/5/2025

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Syracuse Teams Ranked

The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association released the latest NCAA Division I Women’s Cross Country National Coaches’ Poll, reflecting changes after Conference Championships Weekend.
Syracuse men's cross country improved to No. 5 after finishing second at the ACC Championships, their highest ranking this season.
The women's team remains unranked but received three votes, ranking third among unranked teams.
Both teams will compete in the NCAA Northeast Regionals in Hopkinton, New Hampshire, on November 14, with the top two teams qualifying for the NCAA Championships on November 22.

Summary

Regional Rankings Update

The NCAA Division III Men's Cross Country Regional Rankings have been updated ahead of regional championships on November 15.
Tufts University leads the East Region after winning the NESCAC Championships.
Hope College remains first in the Great Lakes Region after the MIAA Championships.
Washington and Lee University tops the South Region after winning the ODAC title.
Wartburg College achieved a perfect score in the Midwest Region at the A-R-C Championships.

History

Historical Context

In 1973, the NCAA formalized collegiate cross country by establishing its first official championships, enhancing competition among member institutions. This development followed earlier events, such as the 1940 NCAA cross country championships, and has led to a structured system of regional competitions, including the ACC and NESCAC Championships, fostering athletic growth and participation across over 450 collegiate teams today.

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Syracuse Teams Ranked

The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association released the latest NCAA Division I Women’s Cross Country National Coaches’ Poll, reflecting changes after Conference Championships Weekend.
Syracuse men's cross country improved to No. 5 after finishing second at the ACC Championships, their highest ranking this season.
The women's team remains unranked but received three votes, ranking third among unranked teams.
Both teams will compete in the NCAA Northeast Regionals in Hopkinton, New Hampshire, on November 14, with the top two teams qualifying for the NCAA Championships on November 22.

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