Roadrunner men's and women's cross country teams look to continue a proud, winning tradition this Fall as the 2019 season opens Saturday, September 7, during the annual Dukes Invitational at RCSJ Cumberland.
The Roadrunners will suffer a big loss this season as two-time All-American cross country runner Mike Dowd has moved on to Wilmington University. But coach Ryan Hughes has a solid returning starter in sophomore Noah Cziryak, a former Triton High standout and 2018 All-Region performer, and a roster loaded with talent, including former state champion runner Amadu Jallah from Deptford High School.
"This year's team, is building together well," said Coach Hughes. "We will definitely miss national runner-up Mike Dowd, but this team looks to have a much tighter and stronger pack than last year."
Here is an overview of the men's and women's cross country seasons below.
Men's Cross Country Preview
Head Coach: Ryan Hughes, 16th season as head coach of Roadrunners' men's and women's cross country team. Among his long list of impressive accomplishments, Coach Hughes has recently captured back-to-back NJCAA Division III national championships in men's track and field.
Assistant Coach: Leyna Ambrose, 2nd season.
Returning starter: Noah Cziryak (Triton Regional), So., 2018 All-Region honoree.
Newcomers: Amadu Jallah (Deptford), Fr., won multiple state championships at Deptford High School; Benjamin Kellum (Clayton), Fr.; Trevor Greene (Buena), Fr.; Steven Hubbard (Schalick), Fr.; Robert Brink (Morris Hills), Fr.
Season Opener: Dukes Invitational at RCSJ Cumberland, September 7.
Coach Ryan Hughes on 2019 Roadrunner men's cross country team "Noah Cziryak will be our clear front runner. He is aiming for All-American honors and is capable after his summer of hard work. And he will have a solid pack supporting him."
Women's Cross Country Preview
Head Coach: Ryan Hughes: 16th season.
Assistant Coach: Leyna Ambrose, 2nd season.
Roster: Amanda Aydelotte (Collingswood), Fr.; Kaitlyn Holland (Audubon), Fr; Alyssa Sebell (Pennsville), Fr.
Season Opener: Dukes Invitational at RCSJ Cumberland, September 7.
Coach Ryan Hughes on 2019 Women's Roadrunners: "Amanda (Aydelotte), Kaitlyn (Holland), and Alyssa (Sebell) will represent the team well. Amanda is a strong multi-sport athlete and Kaitlyn comes from a very talented high school team. We look forward to adding more runners to the roster as the school year starts."