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sports1 year ago

BYU and Badgers Gear Up for NCAA Cross Country Championships

BYU's men's and women's cross-country teams, both ranked No. 1 nationally, aim to make history by winning both NCAA championships this Saturday in Wisconsin, a feat achieved by only four other schools. The teams have shown depth by winning regional meets while resting top runners. The men's team, led by coach Ed Eyestone, faces strong competition from Oklahoma State and others, while the women's team, led by All-American Lexy Lowry, seeks to reclaim the title they last won in 2021. This championship marks the final collegiate race for several key BYU athletes.

sports1 year ago

BYU and Top Teams Gear Up for NCAA Mountain Cross Country Regional

BYU's men's and women's cross-country teams, both ranked No. 1 nationally, are preparing for the NCAA Mountain Region meet in Reno, Nevada, as they aim to qualify for the NCAA championships. BYU men's coach Ed Eyestone plans to rest some top athletes, a strategy he used successfully in 2019 when the team won the NCAA title. The BYU women, led by standout runners like Lexy Lowry and Jenna Hutchins, also aim for strong performances despite recent challenges. Both teams recently won the Big 12 championship, with the men's team notably upsetting defending champions Oklahoma State.

sports1 year ago

"BYU Coach's Plan Pays Off: Two Runners Secure Olympic Marathon Spots"

BYU track coach Ed Eyestone meticulously planned and supported his runners, Conner Mantz and Clayton Young, during the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials, where they finished 1-2 and secured spots in the 2024 Summer Olympics. Eyestone's detailed preparations and strategic guidance, including a mantra of "chill, cover, close," contributed to their success, marking another milestone in his coaching career and the rising reputation of running at BYU and in Utah.