https://mucrusaders.com/rss.aspx?path=wcrossLatest news items for Madonna University Athleticsen-us60https://mucrusaders.com/news/2026/7/20/madonna-athletics-promotes-olivia-rice-to-head-coach-of-mens-and-womens-cross-country.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2026/7/20/madonna-athletics-promotes-olivia-rice-to-head-coach-of-mens-and-womens-cross-country.aspxMen's Cross Country, Women's Cross Country

LIVONIA, Mich. – Madonna University Director of Athletics Noel Emenhiser has announced the promotion of Olivia Rice to head coach of the Crusaders men's and women's cross country programs.]]>Olivia Rice PromotionMon, 20 Jul 2026 15:37:00 EST136429https://mucrusaders.com/news/2026/6/25/general-longtime-cross-country-and-track-field-coach-announces-resignation-from-madonna-university.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2026/6/25/general-longtime-cross-country-and-track-field-coach-announces-resignation-from-madonna-university.aspxGeneral, Men's Cross Country, Women's Cross Country

LIVONIA, Mich. – After more than two decades of dedicated service to Madonna University Athletics, longtime head coach and assistant coach Patrick Daugherty has announced their retirement from coaching, effective June 30, 2026.]]>daughertyThu, 25 Jun 2026 11:17:00 EST26426https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/11/7/womens-cross-country-crusaders-secure-fourth-at-the-whac-championships.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/11/7/womens-cross-country-crusaders-secure-fourth-at-the-whac-championships.aspxWomen's Cross Country

ADRIAN, Mich.-- The Madonna University Women's Cross Country team competed fervently in the WHAC Championships held on November 7, 2025, clinching fourth place in a challenging Collegiate 6K event. The Crusaders showcased their resilience against a lineup of formidable opponents including Cornerstone, Aquinas, and Indiana Tech, among others.]]>izzieFri, 7 Nov 2025 21:51:00 EST136234https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/10/25/mens-cross-country-madonna-university-cross-country-competes-at-the-naia-great-lakes-challenge.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/10/25/mens-cross-country-madonna-university-cross-country-competes-at-the-naia-great-lakes-challenge.aspxMen's Cross Country, Women's Cross Country

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-- The Madonna University Crusaders represented both the men's and women's cross country teams at the NAIA Great Lakes Challenge in Grand Rapids, Mich., on October 25, 2025. The meet brought together 21 competitive teams from various schools.]]>goatSat, 25 Oct 2025 19:17:00 EST56217https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/10/4/womens-cross-country-madonna-university-crusaders-compete-at-live-in-the-lou-classic.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/10/4/womens-cross-country-madonna-university-crusaders-compete-at-live-in-the-lou-classic.aspxMen's Cross Country, Women's Cross Country

LOUISVILLE, Ky.- The Madonna University Cross Country teams faced tough competition at the 'Live in the Lou Classic' in Louisville, Ky., on October 4, 2025. This event featured an 8k for men and a 6k race for women, bringing together athletes from various institutions.]]>danceySat, 4 Oct 2025 17:16:00 EST136194https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/9/26/womens-cross-country-crusaders-place-third-at-siena-heights-invitational.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/9/26/womens-cross-country-crusaders-place-third-at-siena-heights-invitational.aspxWomen's Cross Country

ADRIAN, Mich.- The Madonna University Crusaders showcased commendable performance at the Siena Heights Invitational on September 26, 2025, finishing third among competing teams. The event, which featured a collegiate 6k race, was held at Heritage Park in Adrian, Michigan.]]>xc workFri, 26 Sep 2025 21:47:00 EST136178https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/9/13/mens-cross-country-crusaders-compete-in-warrior-challenge.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/9/13/mens-cross-country-crusaders-compete-in-warrior-challenge.aspxMen's Cross Country, Women's Cross Country

The  Crusaders participated in a challenging cross country meet at Willow Metropark in New Boston, Michigan on September 12, 2025. Competing against regional teams such as Findlay, Wayne State (Mich.), Saginaw Valley, and others, the event featured a 6k for women and an 8k for men.]]>teamSat, 13 Sep 2025 12:31:00 EST56164https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/9/12/general-madonna-athletics-announces-2025-hall-of-fame-class.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/9/12/general-madonna-athletics-announces-2025-hall-of-fame-class.aspxBaseball, General, Women's Cross Country, Women's Soccer, Women's Volleyball

LIVONIA, Mich. — Madonna University Athletics is proud to announce its 2025 Hall of Fame Class. This year's inductees include legendary Baseball Head Coach Greg Haeger, volleyball standout Amanda Nies (Suder), women's soccer star Kelly Schodowski (Japowicz), and the 2019 Women's Cross Country Team, the first team in school history to win a national championship.]]>2025 HOF GraphicFri, 12 Sep 2025 13:30:00 EST26162https://mucrusaders.com/news/2018/11/16/womens-cross-country-history-made-mucrusadersxctf-women-finish-second-record-programs-first-all-americans.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2018/11/16/womens-cross-country-history-made-mucrusadersxctf-women-finish-second-record-programs-first-all-americans.aspxWomen's Cross Country

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa - Six points. That was all that separated the 2018 NAIA Women's Cross Country National Championship runner-up Madonna University women's cross country team and the national champion Owls of Oregon Tech.]]>Women's Cross Country team poses with NAIA National Championship Runner-up trophy, place 2nd with 3 All-AmericansFri, 16 Nov 2018 17:13:00 EST132691https://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/7/29/general-madonna-named-naia-champions-of-character-five-star-institution.aspxhttps://mucrusaders.com/news/2025/7/29/general-madonna-named-naia-champions-of-character-five-star-institution.aspxBaseball, General, Men's Basketball, Men's Bowling, Men's Cross Country, Men's Golf, Men's Lacrosse, Men's Soccer, Men's Track and Field, Softball, Women's Basketball, Women's Bowling, Women's Cross Country, Women's Golf, Women's Lacrosse, Women's Soccer, Women's Track and Field, Women's Volleyball, Football, Cheerleading, Competitive Dance, ESports

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – For the second consecutive year, Madonna University has been recognized as an NAIA Champions of Character Five-Star Award winner, earning the prestigious Silver Medallion.]]>24-25 NAIA 5-StarTue, 29 Jul 2025 10:42:00 EST26144