UC San Diego cross county stands out at the Mark Covert Classic, driven by strong captain leadership
Key points:
- UC San Diego cross country squads opened the season with a solid performance at the Mark Covert Classic
- Senior captains Jordan Haney and Isabelle Shepherd showed great leadership
- The team has room for growth in the coming weeks
The UC San Diego cross country squads kicked off the 2023 season at the Mark Covert Classic hosted by Cal State Fullerton. The men’s team finished fifth and the women finished sixth in the race. Senior captains Jordan Haney and Isabelle Shepherd led the Tritons with impressive performances. Head coach Nate Garcia commended the team’s pack racing but noted room for improvement. The UC San Diego athletics program transitioned to NCAA Division I in 2020 and has a storied history of success in Divisions II and III.
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