Minnesota Cross Country, Track & Field

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Keseiana Meriweather has signed with Minnesota! ✍️

The 4x1 American Conference medalist holds lifetime bests of 11.32 in the 100m and 23.61 in the 200m 🔥 #SkiUMah https://t.co/UZxznM8J8X

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Rutgers Track & Field/Cross Country

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Rutgers

Proud of our 27 Distinguished Scholars in 2025-26! 📚

#GoRU | 🛡⚔️ https://t.co/Y7emxkj7YY

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IU Track & Field

Indiana

Congrats to our B1G Distinguished Scholars!📚 https://t.co/OkPw35BMe4

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IU Track & Field(333467236)

The 2026 American Conference 400m hurdles champion is officially a Golden Gopher 🤩〽️ 

Judy Elful 🇸🇩 owns a lifetime best time of 56.87 and is a two-time NCAA East Regional qualifier 

#ncaaTF | #SkiUMah https://t.co/4Zhi48J7yf

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Illinois Track & Field and Cross Country

Illinois

The 2026 XC Schedule 🗓️

#WhyNotILL https://t.co/7LOBZ6zEVB

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Iowa Track & Field/Cross Country

Iowa

Adding a veteran sprinter to the squad! 🔥

Welcome, Emmanuel!
👟 20.61 (200M)
👟 46.00 (400M) https://t.co/9BqsindCuD

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Iowa Track & Field/Cross Country(242933763)

From Canada to Dinkytown! Skarlit Worton 🇨🇦 is joining the Maroon &amp; Gold next season as a member of the multi group 

She holds PBs of 5.67m (18-7 1/4) in the long jump and 14.50 in the 100m hurdles! #SkiUMah https://t.co/B6iTWVtkWg

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Another #Gophers 𝓦

Nayoka Clunis (2018-20) claimed the victory at the Jerome Classic up in Canada! 👏 #SkiUMah https://t.co/6rNizL0POH

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Wisconsin Track & Field

Wisconsin

Cheers to Matan Ivri for third-team Academic All-American honors! https://t.co/qu7KLq5c2h

Tweet 2077133845539811751

Wisconsin Track & Field(44938639)

A strong start to the summer for Trelee !💪 https://t.co/SFAjEMgQdq

Tweet 2077109040987935169

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Michigan

Penn State

Oregon

7 Big Ten Men's XC/Track & Field Student-Athletes Named to CSC Academic All-America Teams

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 Full Distinguished Scholar Recipient List
 </a>    ROSEMONT, Ill. - The Big Ten Conference announced Monday that 1,926 students on varsity rosters have earned the Big Ten Distinguished Scholar Award. The list includes students from all 18 institutions, plus Johns Hopkins and Notre Dame and 41 sports who have recorded a minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.7 or higher for the previous academic year.    The 2025-26 class of Distinguished Scholar Award Recipients includes 350 students who maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA during the previous academic year, represented in bold on the official list.    Big Ten Faculty Representatives established the Distinguished Scholar Award in 2008 to supplement the Academic All-Big Ten program. Distinguished Scholar Award recipients must have earned Academic All-Big Ten recognition in the previous academic year, must have been enrolled full time at the institution for the entire previous academic year (two semesters or three quarters) and earned a minimum GPA of 3.70 or better during the previous academic year, excluding any summer grades. The Academic All-Big Ten threshold is a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher for a student's academic career.     A complete list of the 2025-26 Big Ten Distinguished Scholar Award recipients can be found above.    </div>

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Softball

Women's Rowing

Field Hockey

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Women’s Tennis

Men’s Tennis

Women’s Swimming & Diving

Men’s Swimming & Diving

Women’s Soccer

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Women’s Lacrosse

Men’s Lacrosse

Men’s Hockey

Women’s Gymnastics

Men’s Gymnastics

Women’s Golf

Men’s Golf

Football

Women’s Basketball

Men’s Basketball

Baseball

Big Ten Recognizes 2025-26 Distinguished Scholar Award Recipients 

<div class="payload-richtext">PORTLAND, Ore. - As the sun set over the rolling hills of Cooper Mountain Vineyards on Saturday evening, “Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest” concluded its immersive educational experience where student-athletes from all 18 Big Ten institutions learned firsthand about the rich culture and history of the Pacific Northwest.   Over the course of less than 48 hours, over 175 student-athletes and administrators engaged in programming that included visits to Multnomah Falls, the Oregon Historical Society, the Grande Ronde Reservation, and Cooper Mountain Vineyards. The event brought together participants from all 18 Big Ten institutions, creating opportunities for learning, dialogue, and relationship-building among student-athletes from across the conference.    “Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest was a remarkable experience that allowed attendees to better understand and interact with the history, culture, landscape, and people that give the Pacific Northwest its distinct identity,” said Big Ten Chief Operating Officer Kerry Kenny. “The unique opportunity to connect student-athletes from across the country to an immersive experience outside of their traditional element is what distinguishes the Big Ten in preparing these young men and women for life after campus.”    At the Oregon Historical Society on Saturday morning, student-athletes learned about how Oregon became the state it is today, including the often-untold Black, Native American, and Japanese history that has shaped the state. Participants also toured the Yasui Family exhibit, learning about the challenges Japanese Americans faced during World War II and the advocacy efforts that helped advance civil rights in the decades that followed.    The quote on the back of the Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest T-shirt: “What is done to the least of us can be done to all of us” was from Presidential Medal of Freedom winner Minori Yasui.    “I found his bravery in speaking out about these issues incredible,” said Indiana women’s track & field sprinter Kristina Vincic. “Having a voice isn’t an easy thing and it takes time to build one. That’s something we can definitely tie in to our teams.”     After learning about Native American history at the Oregon Historical Society, participants experienced its living impact firsthand at the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde Veterans Powwow. Student-athletes learned about the traditional longhouse, witnessed cultural traditions, and took part in the Grand Entry ceremony.  Often competitors on the field, student-athletes joined together to dance with members of the Grande Ronde Confederation and in honoring Veterans. For many student-athletes, it is the moment they said they will remember most about the trip.    “It was beautiful seeing the tradition unfold right before my eyes and getting involved with it,” said Penn State football student-athlete Armstrong Nnodim. “As athletes we get caught up in the competitive world, so to come here and bond with everyone from different backgrounds was amazing.”   Launched in 2022, the Big Life Series is part of the Big Ten’s commitment to providing educational and developmental opportunities beyond competition. The Pacific Northwest program represented the latest installment of the initiative, connecting student-athletes with the people, places, and histories that shape communities throughout the conference’s expanded footprint. For a full list of Big Ten student-athletes who participated in “Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest”, click <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.boostsport.ai%2Fboost-cms%2FBig%2520Life%2520Series%2520-%2520PNW%2520Particpant%2520List.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cmbeck%40bigten.org%7Cd0617ab4c96a4bf79db008dedc36f22d%7C5c35f07cce5e4fa582baa44898424550%7C1%7C0%7C639190325738707341%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GjLuIJk14zxzwkzs%2F2YwIayNyP0Z%2BMluB6cv5PAsGcA%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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Big Ten takes on the spirit of the Pacific Northwest at the Oregon Historical Society

Big Life Series Showcases the Spirit of the Pacific Northwest

<div class="payload-richtext">ROSEMONT, Ill. - As part of the “Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest”, the Big Ten will host over 150 student-athletes, coaches and administrators from all 18 Big Ten schools in Portland, Ore. from Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12. The program is designed to deepen participants’ understanding of the region’s rich history, culture and communities through an immersive educational experience.   Programming will begin Friday evening with a nature walk through Multnomah Falls to showcase the region’s deep ties to nature and the history of the Pacific Northwest landscape.    On Saturday, student-athletes will visit the Oregon Historical Society and have the chance to learn about the Japanese American West Coast experience and hear firsthand from a member of the Oregon Black Pioneers. Through discussions centered on resilience, community, and historical impact, participants will gain a deeper appreciation for the individuals and stories that have shaped the Pacific Northwest.    The group will then travel to the Grand Ronde Reservation for a Veterans Powwow, which will provide an opportunity to engage with living cultural traditions and better understand the history, values and contributions of the Native American communities across the region.   The evening will conclude with a dinner at Cooper Mountain Vineyard, where student-athletes will have a hands-on discussion about the agricultural history of the region and the grape-growing operation.   The Big Life series is an immersive educational experience started in 2022 that focuses on engaging, educating, and empowering Big Ten student-athletes, coaches, and administrators. With trips to Selma, Alabama; Mount Vernon, Iowa; and Portland, Oregon attendees learn about the historical and cultural significance of the region. Since its inception, over 500 students-athletes have participated in these programs. Along with the educational component of the experience, the Big Ten uses these trips to leave a lasting impact in the communities it visits.  For a full list of Big Ten student-athletes attending “Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest”, click <a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.boostsport.ai%2Fboost-cms%2FBig%2520Life%2520Series%2520-%2520PNW%2520Particpant%2520List.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cmbeck%40bigten.org%7Cd0617ab4c96a4bf79db008dedc36f22d%7C5c35f07cce5e4fa582baa44898424550%7C1%7C0%7C639190325738707341%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=GjLuIJk14zxzwkzs%2F2YwIayNyP0Z%2BMluB6cv5PAsGcA%3D&reserved=0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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Big Life Series: Pacific Northwest

Big Life Series Heads to the Pacific Northwest

Wisconsin Cross Country and Track & Field Head Coach Mick Byrne Set to retire at end of 2026 season

Wisconsin's Byrne to retire concluding one of the most decorated careers in program history

<div class="payload-richtext">ROSEMONT, Ill. — [February, 10, 2026] — The Big Ten Conference Student-Athlete Issues Commission (SAIC) today <a href="https://img.boostsport.ai/boost-cms/Big%20Ten%20Conference%20Statement%20Against%20Prop%20Betting.pdf">
 sent a letter to NCAA President Charlie Baker
 </a> urging the NCAA to continue pushing for limitations or the outright elimination of proposition (“prop”) betting involving individual student-athletes competing in college athletics. The letter reinforces the Big Ten Conference’s unwavering commitment to protecting the well-being and safety of student-athletes across all 18 Big Ten campuses, and the integrity of intercollegiate athletics.“The Big Ten Conference is proud to support our student-athletes in calling for the restriction or elimination of individual proposition wagers on college athletics,” said Big Ten Conference Commissioner Tony Petitti. "The Big Ten Conference appreciates the NCAA’s effort to eliminate these wagers and will continue to assist student-athletes as they deal with the challenges that result from proposition bets in college sports.”President Baker recently sent letters to the <a href="https://www.ncaa.org/news/2026/1/14/media-center-ncaa-urges-federal-agency-to-suspend-college-sport-prediction-markets.aspx">
 Commodity Futures Trading Commission
 </a> and to <a href="https://www.ncaa.org/news/2026/1/15/media-center-ncaa-urges-gambling-commissions-to-eliminate-prop-bets.aspx">
 State Gambling Commissions 
 </a>calling for amended state laws and regulations to better-protect student-athletes.The letter from the Big Ten Conference SAIC outlines the growing concerns around the rise of individual performance prop wagering in college sports, including:<ul class="list-bullet"><li
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 >Potentially jeopardizing the integrity of athletic competition</li></ul>“While we understand that sports betting is becoming increasingly more common across the country and allows for states to generate increased tax revenue, prop betting represents unique risks at the college level,” the Big Ten Conference Student-Athlete Issues Commission wrote. “We believe protecting student-athletes must be a priority. Limiting or eliminating prop betting on college athletics would be a meaningful step toward reducing harassment, protecting mental well-being, and preserving the integrity of college competition.”The Big Ten Conference SAIC was founded in 1994. SAIC members take an active role in monthly meetings discussing the issues most important to Big Ten Conference student-athletes and highlighting ongoing initiatives on their respective campuses. SAIC executive leadership members also represent Big Ten student-athletes in front of the Conference’s Joint Group council and represent the Big Ten Conference on the NCAA’s Division I Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, where they review NCAA activities, proposed legislation and offer feedback on behalf of the Big Ten’s student-athletes.  Student-athletes are nominated by their institution and appointed by the Conference’s Joint Group Executive Committee to serve on the commission for one academic year. The Big Ten Conference SAIC members signing the letter include:<ul class="list-bullet"><li
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 >Nya Robinson, SAIC Secretary, Women’s Swim & Dive, Penn State University</li><li
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 >Samuel Edwards, NCAA Board of Directors, Men’s Football, Michigan State University</li><li
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 >Abigail Lynch, NCAA Division I Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, Women’s Soccer & Track, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign</li><li
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Big Ten Conference Student-Athlete Issues Commission Calls for Limitations or Ban of Individual Prop Betting on  College Athletics

Big Ten Conference Student-Athlete Issues Commission Calls for Limitations or Ban of Individual Prop Betting on College Athletics

<div class="payload-richtext"><a href="https://img.boostsport.ai/boost-cms/FallAcademicFinal2025.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
 Full Fall 2025 Academic All-Big Ten List
 </a>  ROSEMONT, Ill. - The Big Ten Conference recognized a total of 1,852 students on fall sports rosters who have been named to the All-Big Ten Team Wednesday, Dec. 10. The list of honorees includes 134 field hockey students, 800 football students, 140 men’s and 201 women’s cross country students, 155 men’s and 276 women’s soccer students and 146 volleyball students. To be eligible for Academic All-Big Ten selection, students must be on a varsity team (as verified by being on the official squad list as of Nov. 1 for fall sports), have been enrolled full time at the institution for a minimum of 12 months and carry a cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 or higher. Among the fall Academic All-Big Ten honorees, 65 had unblemished GPAs: Men’s cross country  Jackson Barrett, Illinois, Sophomore, Business Undeclared, Tuscola, Ill.  Miles Wilson, Iowa, Junior, Finance, Cedar Rapids, Iowa  Seth Norder, Michigan State, Statistics, Grand Haven, Mich.  Jack Agnew, Ohio State, Junior, Exercise Science, Bellbrook, Ohio  Will McGraw, Ohio State, Junior, Operations Management, Dublin, Ohio Women’s cross country  Julia Gehl, Iowa, Sophomore, Business, Dubuque, Iowa  Marissa Long, Iowa, Sophomore, Human Physiology, Chanhassen, Minn.  Evelyn Rogers, Maryland, Sophomore, Finance, Odenton, Md.  Emily Cescon, Michigan, Sophomore, Biomedical Engineering, Toronto, Ontario  Leah Hill, Michigan, Senior, Organizational Studies, Denver, Colo.  Anjali Hocker Singh, Michigan, Sophomore, Biomedical Engineering, Olathe, Kan.  Brooke Johnston, Michigan, Junior, Psychology, Hawthorn Woods, Ill.  Katelyn Watkins, Michigan, Sophomore, LSA Undeclared, Midland, Mich.  Emily Bardwell, Michigan State, Graduate Student, Integrative Biology MS, Brunswick, Ohio  Julia Bockenstette, Michigan State, Sophomore, Special Education -Learning Disabilities, Powell, Ohio  Sophia Lucki, Michigan State , Graduate Student, Global Health MS, Toronto, Ontario  Charlotte Lange, Minnesota, Senior, Kinesiology B S, La Grange Park, Ill.  Ali Weimer, Minnesota, Graduate Student, Sport Management M Ed, Saint Michael, Minn.  Ali Bainbridge, Nebraska, Junior, Nutrition & Health Sciences, Sioux Falls, South Dakota  Alea Hardie, Nebraska, Junior, Psychology, Sioux Falls, South Dakota  Erin Boler, Northwestern, Junior, Economics, Niskayuna, N.Y.  Katie Clute, Oregon, RS Sophomore, Psychology, Olmsted Township, Ohio  Ali Ince, Oregon, Sophomore, Advertising, Bloomington, Ill.  Florence Caron, Penn State, Graduate Student, Hospital Health Systems, La Malbaie, Quebec, Canada  Paige Hazelrigg, Purdue, Junior, Biomedical Health Sciences, Noblesville, Ind.  Cassidy Kidd, Rutgers, Sophomore, Exercise Science, Union, N.J.  Sara Mlodik, Wisconsin, Sophomore, Biomedical Engineering, Weston, Wis.  Maggie Munson, Wisconsin, Graduate Student, Educational Leadership & Policy Analysis, Plymouth, Wis. Field Hockey  Javiera Baeza, Indiana, Junior, Marketing, Shaker Heights, Ohio  Morgan Qualls, Indiana, Sophomore, Exercise Science, Randallstown, Md. Lauren DeRose, Iowa, RS Sophomore, Human Physiology, Collegeville, Penn. Carmen Maudlin, Michigan State, Sophomore, Kinesiology, Louisville, Ky.  Caro Schafer, Michigan State, Sophomore, Urban & Regional Planning, Hannover, Germany  Alexa Shaffer, Michigan State, RS Junior, Kinesiology, Hummelstown, Pa.  Maddie Zimmer, Northwestern, Graduate Student, Sports Administration, Hershey, Penn. Football  Joe Taylor, Michigan, Graduate Student, Social Work, Chelsea, Mich.  Samuel Edwards, Michigan State, Graduate Student, Marketing Research & Analytics MS, Williamston, Mich.  Tate Crane, Northwestern, Graduate Student, Post Baccalaureate, Iowa City, Iowa  Aidan Hubbard, Northwestern, Graduate Student, Post Baccalaureate, Cleveland, Ohio  Yannis Karlaftis, Northwestern, Graduate Student, Post Baccalaureate, Athens, Greece  Liam Clifford, Penn State, Graduate Student, Education, Maineville, Ohio  Dominic DeLuca, Penn State, Graduate Student, Education, West Pittston, Penn.  Tyler Holzworth, Penn State, Graduate Student, Education, Milford, N.J.  Brandon Shepherd, USC, RS Junior, Human Biology, La Cañada, Calif.  Kerry Kodanko, Wisconsin, Graduate Student, Sports Leadership, Green Bay, Wis. Men’s Soccer  Nolan Kinsella, Indiana, Sophomore, Biology, Munster, Ind.  Will Eby, Michigan State, Junior, Mechanical Engineering, Northville, Mich.   Josh Mason, Michigan State, Senior, Kinesiology, South Lyon, Mich.  Graham Kois, Rutgers, Sophomore, Finance, Scotch Plains, N.J. Women’s Soccer  Charlotte Bien, Iowa, RS Freshman, Psychology, Bloomfield Hills, Mich.  Berkley Binggeli, Iowa, Sophomore, Human Physiology, Heber City, Utah  Danielle Gichner, Maryland, Sophomore, Letters and Sciences, Northbrook, Ill.  Beanie Harshe, Michigan, Sophomore, Economics, Dexter, Mich.  Taya Hjorth, Michigan State, Graduate, Kinesiology MS, Commerce Township, Mich.   Bella Najera, Michigan State, Junior, Marketing, St. Charles, Ill.   Kelsey Kwon, Northwestern, Graduate Student, Data Science, Redmond, WA  Ava Bramblett, Ohio State, Junior, Health Sciences, Noblesville, Ind.  Amanda Poorbaugh, Penn State, Senior, Sociology, Westerville, Ohio  Rachel Quigley, Rutgers, Graduate Student, Public Health, Columbus, N.J.  Eleanor Morrissey, USC, Sophomore, Psychology, Seattle, Wash.  Katie Park, USC, Sophomore, Accounting, Yorba Linda, Calif.  Ashley Martinez, Wisconsin, Special Student, Psychoactive Phmtcl Invstg Capstone, Wentzville, Mo. Volleyball  Claire Ammeraal, Iowa, Senior, Exercise Science, Madison, Wis.  Gabriella Deery, Iowa, Junior, Marketing, Burlington, Iowa  Jenna Meitzler, Iowa, Sophomore, Journalism & Mass Communication, Barrington, Ill.  Sienna Noordermeer, Northwestern, Senior, Master in Management, Los Angeles, Calif. </div>

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2025 Big Ten Fall Academic All-Big Ten Honorees

<div class="payload-richtext">Big Ten Conference Statement on Anticipated SCORE Act Vote: As the House prepares to vote on the SCORE Act, the Big Ten remains steadfast in its support of this landmark legislation.  The SCORE Act enshrines important student-athlete protections into federal law, fortifies the educational mission of college sports, makes it possible for everyone to play by the same rules, and protects the ongoing funding structure for women's and Olympic sports, a Big Ten priority.  Countless stakeholders have come together from a wide range of perspectives, sports, conferences, and institutions to make the SCORE Act a reality and we look forward to its passage in the U.S. House of Representatives.</div>

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Big Ten Conference Statement on Anticipated SCORE Act Vote

<div class="payload-richtext">ROSEMONT, Ill. – Oregon senior Abdel Laadjel was selected as the unanimous 2025 Big Ten Men’s Cross Country Athlete of the Year and Michigan State’s Thomas Westphal as unanimous Freshman of the Year through a vote of the Big Ten head coaches, the conference announced Wednesday. Laadjel won first place at the Big Ten Championships by seven seconds and guided Oregon to a team first-place overall finish. He also recorded a top 10 finish at the NCAA Championships with a 28:46.2 finish in the men’s 10K.  He was the fastest Big Ten men’s finisher by 11 seconds.  The senior became the ninth unanimous selection for Athlete of the Year in Big Ten history and the first Duck to win the award.  Westphal had a stellar freshman season for the Spartans, as he finished third overall at the Big Ten Championships, which helped Michigan State earn a second place team finish. He also was the top finisher amongst Big Ten freshmen at the NCAAs and was named Big Ten Freshman of the Week three times this season. Westphal becomes the fifth unanimous selection for Freshman of the Year and the first Spartan since David Madrigal in 2011.  2025 Big Ten Men’s Cross Country Postseason Awards  Athlete of the Year: Abdel Laadjel, Oregon  Freshman of the Year: Thomas Westphal, Michigan State </div>

Oregon and Michigan State Earn 2025 Big Ten Men’s Cross Country Postseason Honors 

Jackie Robinson Award 2025-26

Big Ten Announces Institution Winners for the 2025-26 Big Ten Jackie Robinson Community & Impact Award presented by Discover

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2025 NCAA Men's and Women's Cross Country Championships Central

2025 Big Ten Women's Cross Country Championship

2025 Big Ten Men's Cross Country Championship

<div class="payload-richtext">Results: <a href="https://liveresults.trxctiming.com/meets/NCAA_D1_Great_Lakes_Region_2025" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">
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 </a> ROSEMONT, Ill. – Five Big Ten teams will be represented at the 2025 NCAA Men’s Cross Country Championships following results at NCAA Regionals held around the country on Friday. The top two teams and the top four individuals not on a qualifying team at each regional earned automatic berths to the NCAA Championships, which will take place Nov. 22 in Columbia, Missouri. At-large teams were revealed in the NCAA’s selection show on NCAA.com on Saturday at 5 p.m. ET.  Oregon tallied 55 points to win the West Regional with three top-10 finishers and earn an automatic bid. 2025 Big Ten individual title holder Abdel Laadjel placed sixth (29:28.2) while Simeon Birnbaum finished seventh (29:28.4) and Aiden Smith checked in at eighth (29:31.1). Michigan, Michigan State and Wisconsin were all selected as at-large qualifiers by the NCAA. The three teams finished third, fourth, and fifth in the Great Lakes Regional, respectively. Individually, Penn State’s Nick Sloff finished within the top four outside of the qualifying teams to secure a spot in Columbia. The sophomore finished sixth overall with a time of 29:37.0.  </div>

Big Ten MXC Qualifiers 2025

 Five Big Ten Men’s Cross Country Teams to be Represented at NCAA Championships 

<div class="payload-richtext">ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Big Ten Conference announced the first of its postseason men’s cross country awards on Wednesday. Michigan State head coach Aaron Simoneau was selected as Big Ten Coach of the Year. Simoneau coached Michigan State to a second-place finish in the Big Ten Championship, the program’s highest finish since 2017. The Spartans also won the 40th Annual Jeff Drenth Memorial and the B1G Preview earlier this season. Under his guidance, junior Riley Hough and freshman Thomas Westphal have each had successful individual seasons. The two finished in second and third place overall for the Spartans in the Big Ten Championship, and have each been named Big Ten Runner and Freshman of the Week three times this season, respectively.  The Big Ten also recognizes the Sportsmanship Award honorees from each institution. The student-athletes chosen are individuals who have set themselves apart through hard work, sportsmanship and honorable behavior. These student-athletes must also be in good academic standing and demonstrate good citizenship outside of the sports setting. The men’s cross country Big Ten Freshman of the Year and Athlete of the Year will be announced following the NCAA Championships, which will be held Nov. 22 at the Gans Creek Cross Country Course in Columbia, Missouri, hosted by the University of Missouri. 2025 Big Ten Men’s Cross Country Postseason Awards  Coach of the Year: Aaron Simoneau, Michigan State 2025 Big Ten Sportsmanship Award Honorees  Joshua Daggett, Illinois  Nolan Satterfield, Indiana  Eli Arbuckle, Iowa  Kyler McNatt, Michigan  Jack Pennewell, Michigan State  Emett Gerres, Minnesota  Grant Wasserman, Nebraska  Kevin Agnew, Ohio State  Evan Bishop, Oregon  Brendan Flynn, Penn State  Douglas Buckeridge, Purdue  Maan Patel, Rutgers  Kai Mitchell-Reiss, UCLA  Jamar Distel, Washington  Bryce Stachewicz, Wisconsin </div>

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Michigan State’s Simoneau Wins Men’s Cross Country Coach of the Year 

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 </a>EAST LANSING, Mich. – The Oregon men’s cross country team claimed its first team title after winning the 2025 Big Ten Cross Country Championship, hosted by Michigan State University at Forest Akers East Golf Course. The Ducks totaled 36 points, which included five runners placing in the top 15. Michigan State tallied 68 points, and Wisconsin recorded 90 points to round out the podium finishers. Oregon’s Abdel Laadjel claimed the individual title, finishing the 8K course in a time of 23:11.6. Michigan State’s Riley Hough and Thomas Westphal, three-time Big Ten Athlete and Freshman of the Week award winners respectively this season, finished second and third.  This marks the first time a team other than Wisconsin has won the men’s team title since 2017, and the first time a runner other than the Badgers’ Bob Liking, who graduated last year, has won the individual title since 2020. Oregon coach Jerry Schumacher also became the first coach to win a cross country title for multiple teams in the Big Ten. He previously won 11 titles with Wisconsin and now earned his first with the Ducks. The top 10 finishers at the Big Ten Championships garnered first team All-Big Ten honors, while competitors in places 11-20 received second team laurels. The five highest-finishing freshmen earned a spot on the all-freshman team.  2025 Men’s Cross Country All-Big Ten Honors  First Team  Abdel Laadjel, Oregon  Riley Hough, Michigan State  Thomas Westphal, Michigan State  Evan Bishop, Oregon  Jamar Distel, Washington  Aiden Smith, Oregon  Douglas Buckeridge, Purdue  Christian de Vaal, Wisconsin  Matan Ivri, Wisconsin  Liam Newhart, Wisconsin  Second Team   Nathan Lopez, Michigan  Benjamin Balazs, Oregon  Connor Burns, Oregon  Trent McFarland, Michigan  Luke Venhuizen, Michigan   Michael Hegarty, Michigan State  Simeon Birnbaum, Oregon  Nathan Walker, Purdue  Tayson Echohawk, Oregon  Jack Meier, Oregon  All-Freshman Team   Thomas Westphal, Michigan State  Jack Meier, Oregon  Andreas Dybdahl, UCLA  Everett Capelle, UCLA  Aloysius Franzen, Minnesota </div>

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2025 Big Ten Men's and Women's Cross Country Championships Central 1 

<div class="payload-richtext">ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Big Ten Conference has announced its Men’s Cross Country weekly award winner for the week of Oct. 22–Oct. 29, 2025.  Athlete of the Week   Camden Law, Michigan  Junior – Littleton, Colo. – Chatfield Senior High School – Major: Business Administration <ul style="text-align: left;" class="list-bullet"><li
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Final Weekly Cross Country Awards

Michigan Garners Final Weekly Men’s Cross Country Award 

Big Ten Men’s Cross Country News

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