Cross Country/Distance

Colby Cross Country and Distance athletes never truly have an “off-season.” Following a historic Fall 2025—headlined by a third-place podium finish at the NCAA East Regional and a strong showing at the NCAA Championships—our Mules have already transitioned their focus to the track.

The $50,000 goal for the Friends of Cross Country/Distance supports a unique group of student-athletes who compete across three seasons: Cross Country in the fall, Indoor Track in the winter, and Outdoor Track in the spring. This year-round grind requires elite-level discipline and, more importantly, consistent championship-level resources.

Your support during True Blue ’26 directly fuels this continuous cycle of training and competition.

The Impact of Your Support:

• Championship-Level Travel and Access: Funding for our full roster to travel to premier national meets year-round. After our podium finish this fall, it is vital that our athletes continue to compete against the fastest fields in the country during the indoor and outdoor seasons.
• Elite Year-Round Performance: Investing in the “1 percent margins” that define championship programs—including advanced training metrics, specialized recovery equipment, and nutritional support to keep our runners healthy through the grueling 10-month transition from the trails to the track.
• The “Mule Pack” Advantage: Supporting team-wide initiatives like high-altitude training opportunities and specialized programming that foster the unique culture and chemistry responsible for our recent post-season success.

Whether for the trails in the fall or the track in the spring, your partnership ensures our athletes have the year-round support they need to outpace the competition and continue Colby’s tradition of championship excellence.