Cross Country/Track & Field

The Vision:

Lafayette Track & Field and Cross Country challenge student-athletes to push their limits, pursue excellence, and compete at the highest level both on and off the track. From Patriot League Championship competition to nationally recognized performances, the program continues to build momentum through the dedication of its student-athletes, coaches, alumni, families, and supporters. With a strong foundation of returning talent and a commitment to continuous growth, Lafayette Track & Field/XC provides student-athletes with opportunities to develop as competitors, teammates, leaders, and scholars.

Where Your Gift Goes:

• Competition Opportunities: Supports travel and participation in high-level competitions that allow student-athletes to test themselves against strong regional and national opponents.
• Training & Equipment: Provides resources that enhance training, preparation, and performance throughout the year.
• Student-Athlete Experience: Helps create meaningful opportunities for student-athletes to grow, compete, and succeed as members of Lafayette Track & Field/XC.

The Impact:

The Track & Field/XC program continues to make strides on the Patriot League stage. At the 2026 Patriot League Cross Country Championships, Kendall Collier '28 recorded Lafayette's highest individual finish since 2011, while Anya Kazemi '28 earned All-Patriot League honors alongside Collier, marking the first time in the Patriot League's 10-team era that Lafayette had two All-Patriot League runners at the same championship meet.

Support from the Friends of Lafayette Track & Field/XC helps fuel these achievements by providing essential travel, equipment, and training resources that allow student-athletes to compete at their highest level.

As senior Isabel Choma '27 reflects:

"As a senior looking back on my time on the track team at Lafayette, some of my favorite memories are from overnight travel meets such as the Patriot League Championships and our annual spring break meet at High Point University. The Friends of Track & Field/XC supports our team's ability to travel to these meets and stay overnight. I am so grateful for this support because it lets me spend time with my teammates while also experiencing higher-level competition!"

Your support helps ensure that today's student-athletes have access to the experiences, resources, and competitive opportunities that make Lafayette Track & Field/XC such a meaningful part of the student experience.