Alukunyang Wins adidas XC Challenge, Stays Unbeaten

CARY, N.C. – Aaron Alukunyang of North Carolina Central remained undefeated on the cross country season after winning the adidas Challenge Friday at WakeMed Soccer Park. Alukunyang is the first NCCU runner to win the men's 6K race at the event. His 6K time of 17:48.1 also tops previous Eagles' runners in the event, hosted by N.C. State. In 2024, Meshack Kuyo placed 14 th in 18:06.3. MEN'S 6K RACE Alukunyang defeated a field of 161 competitors in the men's 6K race including runners from Power Four programs N.C. State and Wake Forest, which ranked eighth nationally in the USTFCCCA...