The University of Minnesota Crookston Women's Cross Country team is ranked seventh among 16 teams in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference's Preseason Coaches Poll. Winona State leads the rankings with 11 first place votes, while Minnesota State and Augustana follow closely behind. Head Coach Steven Krouse is entering his eighth season, having guided the team to its best historical performance last year, while new assistant coach Jakob Hanna joins the program. With key returners including seniors Grace Alwardt and Emma Williams, the Golden Eagles aim to surpass their previous achievements, building on a solid season propelled by standout athlete Morgan Shaw.

By the Numbers
  • Golden Eagles ranked 7th with a total of 140 points in the NSIC poll.
  • Winona State ranked 1st with 219 points and 11 first-place votes.
State of Play
  • The Golden Eagles finished 7th in the NSIC last season, marking their highest placement.
  • Season begins on September 4th at the Augustana Twilight in Sioux Falls, S.D.
What's Next

The Golden Eagles will kick off their season in 17 days, looking to leverage the strengths of their senior leaders and new recruits as they aim for a higher finish in the NSIC standings.

Bottom Line

With strong leadership and a promising group of returning athletes, the Golden Eagles are poised to challenge their ranking and strive for greater success this season.