COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Colorado State University Pueblo men’s and women’s cross country teams turned in impressive performances at the 2026 Colorado Springs XC Open, hosted by the University of Colorado Colorado Springs at Monument Valley Park, as the ThunderWolves women’s squad captured the team championship with 53 points, while the men’s team finished runner-up with 44 points.
The Pack combined for 11 top-25 individual finishes between the two programs, including an individual title from Jon Sweepe, who led a dominant showing at the front of the men’s 8,000-meter race.
Both squads showcased their depth throughout their respective lineups, with the women’s team placing five runners inside the top 25, while the men’s team saw six runners finish among the top 25, including three inside the top six.
Women’s 6,000 Meters
The ThunderWolves women’s team put together an outstanding collective performance, placing all five scoring runners inside the top 25 en route to capturing the team championship with 53 points…