<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3f62l4_0wEfrbZ800" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3f62l4_0wEfrbZ800" width="800" height="450" >The University of San Diego Cross Country teams wrapped up their regular season at the UCR Highlander Invitational, with the women finishing 7th out of 24 teams and the men placing 13th of 20. Both teams saw strong individual performances, with Grace Maurer leading the women at 22nd place and Jake Coleman finishing 17th for the men. The women's team recorded an impressive 13 personal records (PRs) in the 6K race, showcasing their progression this season. Head coach Will Guarino praised the team's unity and determination, highlighting their potential as they prepare for upcoming championships.<ul><li>Women placed 7th out of 24 teams, men finished 13th out of 20.</li><li>13 out of 17 women achieved personal records in the 6K.</li><li>Jake Coleman finished 17th with a time of 24:38.2, just 10 seconds shy of the USD 8K course record.</li></ul>Yes, ButWhile both teams performed well, the men placed lower in the rankings compared to their female counterparts, which could indicate a need for growth in competition levels as they prepare for future meets.State of Play<ul><li>The women's team is showing strong progress, with multiple athletes breaking personal records.</li><li>The men are also improving, with senior Jake Coleman leading and two others achieving personal bests.</li><li>Upcoming focus will be on recovery and training for the WCC Championships on November 2.</li></ul>The Toreros will compete in the WCC Championships on November 2, where both teams will aim to build on their recent performances and continue their development.Bottom LineThe strong finishes at the UCR Highlander Invitational highlight the growth and potential of both the Toreros men's and women's cross country teams, setting them up for a competitive performance at the conference championships.</div></body>

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The University of San Diego Cross Country teams wrapped up their regular season at the UCR Highlander Invitational, with the women finishing 7th out of 24 teams and the men placing 13th of 20. Both teams saw strong individual performances, with Grace Maurer leading the women at 22nd place and Jake Coleman finishing 17th for the men. The women's team recorded an impressive 13 personal records (PRs) in the 6K race, showcasing their progression this season. Head coach Will Guarino praised the team's unity and determination, highlighting their potential as they prepare for upcoming championships.