Runners Converge on Midland for G-MAC Cross Country Championships

10.24.25

Championship Overview

  • Date & Time: Saturday, October 25, 2025

    • Women’s Race: 10:30 AM ET (6K)

    • Men’s Race: 11:30 AM ET (8K)

  • Location: Midland, Michigan

  • Host: Northwood University

  • Teams Competing: 12 G-MAC programs participating this year including the Ursuline men's program running its inaugural G-MAC championship race.

Course Details

  • Venue: Fisher Family Trails

  • Terrain: Rolling hills, wooded sections, and open fields, providing a challenging yet fair test for all runners.

  • Weather Forecast: Anticipated temperatures in the mid-50s°F with a chance of light rain, which could influence race conditions.

Recent Championship Results

2024 G-MAC Championships (Hillsdale, MI)

  • Men’s Team Champion: Hillsdale College

    • Team Time: 2:06:04

    • Average Time: 25:12

    • Top 5 Finishers: 5th, 7th, 8th, 14th, 16th

  • Women’s Team Champion: Cedarville University

    • Team Time: 1:51:30

    • Average Time: 22:18

    • Top 5 Finishers: 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th, 9th

Head-to-Head Comparisons

Men’s Teams

  • Walsh University: Currently ranked 4th in the NCAA DII Midwest Region, Walsh is considered a favorite for the men's title.

  • Tiffin University: Ranked 30th in the country, a strong contender with a history of competitive performances.

  • Ashland University: Consistently competitive, with a strong team presence, ranked No. 27 in latest USTFCCCA national poll.

Women’s Teams

  • Cedarville University: Ranked No. 5 in the nation, Cedarville is a favorite for the women's title. 

  • Walsh University: Ranked 5th in the NCAA DII Midwest Region, Walsh is a strong contender.

  • University of Findlay: A competitive team with a history of strong performances.

Key Athletes to Watch

Men

  • Xavier Foehl (Walsh University): A standout performer with a history of top finishes.

  • Ramon Rodriguez (Tiffin University): Newcommer to the G-MAC Championship, has had a strong regular season.

  • Nate Slater (Ashland University): A seasoned runner with strong performances in past seasons.

Women

  • Claire Rethman (Walsh University): A senior standout who has two wins already this season.

  • Corinne Lynch (Cedarville University): A consistent performer with a strong track record.

  • Allison Kuzma (Hillsdale College): 2024 G-MAC Individual Runner-Up.

Championship Outlook

  • Men’s Race: The competition is expected to be tight, with Hillsdale aiming to defend its title against strong challengers like Walsh and Ashland.

  • Women’s Race: Cedarville University looks to maintain their dominance, but teams like Walsh and Findlay are poised to make a significant impact.