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BYU Freshman Jane Hedengren Wins NCAA Mountain Regional

11/15/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Jane Hedengren, a BYU freshman, won the NCAA Mountain Regional cross-country meet in Salt Lake City on November 14, 2025, clocking 19:06.6 over 6,000 meters, 42 seconds ahead of Pamela Kosgei.
BYU's women's team finished second, securing a spot at the national championships next week.
The BYU men's team finished second behind New Mexico.
Both BYU squads will compete at the national championships in Columbia, Missouri on November 22, 2025.

History

Historical Context

In 1981, the NCAA established a formal championship for women's cross-country, marking a significant step toward gender equality in athletics. This initiative led to over 200 women competing in the inaugural event, reflecting the impact of Title IX legislation, which has greatly expanded opportunities for female athletes in the U.S. Jane Hedengren's recent victory exemplifies this ongoing progress in collegiate sports.

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Story summary

Jane Hedengren, a BYU freshman, won the NCAA Mountain Regional cross-country meet in Salt Lake City on November 14, 2025, clocking 19:06.6 over 6,000 meters, 42 seconds ahead of Pamela Kosgei.
BYU's women's team finished second, securing a spot at the national championships next week.
The BYU men's team finished second behind New Mexico.
Both BYU squads will compete at the national championships in Columbia, Missouri on November 22, 2025.

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