WASHINGTON – Georgetown University's men's and women's cross country team opened their season with a strong showing at the BIG EAST Preview. The women entered the meet as the No. 16 team in the national poll and the top team in the Mid-Atlantic while the men received votes in the national poll and were ranked No. 3 in the Mid-Atlantic region.
ON THE RECORD
"The men executed their plan perfectly. Today was a double threshold day and the goal was to get in the correct effort while seeing the Big East course. I like what I've seen from the team so far and we are excited for the season."-Head Men's Cross Country Coach-Brandon Bonsey.
"We were thrilled to see the five competing tonight to kick off our season. They all have overcome a lot of adversity, so to have that group break the ice on the season was a boost to them and the team. Joaquin challenged for the win; she's come a long way and is ready for a great year. It was awesome to have the meet so close to home and so many teammates cheering. We're excited to welcome the Big East in 9 weeks."-Head Women's Cross Country Coach Mitchell Baker.
MEN – 6k
No. 16 WOMEN – 4k
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The Hoyas were led by Cate Joaquin who finished second with a time of 17:38.
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Mary Grace Hegberg (19:13) and Sally Binder (19:24) rounded out the last Hoyas who finished in the top 10
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The Hoyas had five total runners, who all finished with average paces of under 7:00 minute/mile.
UP NEXT
The women's squad has a quick turnaround, as they will return for their second event of the season on September 7 when they travel to Annapolis for the Cantello Invitational. The men's next race will be in University Park, Pennsylvania for the Spiked Shoe Invitational on September 13.
