The Goshen men's cross country and track and field program has been named an NAIA USTFCCA Program of the Year, recognizing its success across all three championship seasons. Teams were ranked based on their finishes at the NAIA Championships, with organizations needing to qualify for all three events to be eligible. Remarkably, Duncan Kogei and Mathew Keitany became Goshen's first-ever cross country All-Americans, alongside multiple All-American accolades in track events during the year.

By the Numbers
  • Goshen placed 18th in cross country, 48th in indoor track, and 47th in outdoor track, for a total score of 113 points.
  • Duncan Kogei finished 6th in the 10,000 meters at outdoor nationals, setting a new school record of 30:35.61.
Yes, But

Despite the accolades, Goshen's overall rankings in indoor and outdoor track field indicate room for improvement compared to their strong showing in cross country.

State of Play
  • Goshen was one of five Crossroads League schools recognized for the Program of the Year award.
  • Cumberlands topped the rankings with a total of 6 points, showing a competitive field among NAIA schools.
What's Next

Moving forward, the Goshen program will seek to build on this recognition, focusing on enhancing performances in indoor and outdoor track to maintain or improve their standings in future championships.

Bottom Line

Goshen's recognition as a Program of the Year highlights a successful season, but it also emphasizes the need for continued growth and excellence in all areas of competition.