The Indiana University Kokomo men's and women's cross country teams have unveiled their 2026 schedules, aiming to build on past successes under coaching staff Josh Colvin and Jordan Fivecoate. The season will feature four regular meets, culminating in the River States Conference Championship and NAIA National Championships. Important events include the Cougar Classic Alumni/Community Race on August 29 and the season opener at the Indiana Wesleyan Twilight Invitational on September 4. Other notable competitions are at the Crimson Pride Invitational and the Nike XC Town Twilight Invitational, serving as key preparation for postseason events in November.

By the Numbers
  • Four regular-season meets scheduled.
  • Postseason championships on November 7 and November 20.
State of Play
  • Teams will compete in three meets in Indiana and one in Michigan.
  • Highlighted courses include Blue River and LaVern Gibson Championship Cross Country Course.
What's Next

The Cougars are set to finalize preparations leading up to their season opener and continue building momentum towards the River States Conference Championship in November, ultimately competing for a strong showing at the NAIA Nationals.

Bottom Line

IU Kokomo's 2026 cross country season promises to be an exciting opportunity for athletes, alumni, and fans to engage with the program and showcases a competitive schedule aiming for postseason success.