Oklahoma State has announced its 2026 cross country schedule, highlighted by hosting the Big 12 Championships on October 31, marking the first time since 2021. The season kicks off with the Cowboy Preview on September 5 and features notable events such as the Cowboy Jamboree on September 26 and the Weis-Crockett Invitational on October 17. The Cowboys have demonstrated strong performance, previously sweeping team titles and individual championships in recent years. A roster with three-time All-Americans Denis Kipngetich and Brian Musau promises competitive depth for the season. The year culminates with the NCAA Championships on November 21 in Terre Haute, Indiana.

By the Numbers
  • The Cowboys have won five of the past six Big 12 team titles.
  • Denis Kipngetich is aiming for his fourth consecutive Big 12 individual title.
  • The Cowboys and Cowgirls have swept the NCAA Midwest Regionals for the past three seasons.
State of Play
  • The Cowboy Jamboree has seen four different individual champions from OSU in the last five years.
  • The Greiner Family OSU Cross Country Course, opened in 2019, will host multiple meets this season.
What's Next

As the season progresses, the focus will be on maintaining dominance in the Big 12 and NCAA competition. Key athletes like Musau and Kipngetich will be pivotal in securing titles as the team advances through the schedule. The outcome of the Big 12 Championships will set the tone for the subsequent NCAA regionals and national meet.

Bottom Line

Oklahoma State's 2026 cross country season is poised for success, leveraging a strong roster and a strategic schedule to enhance their championship legacy. Key performances in the early meets will be crucial to build momentum for postseason success.