RESULTS

Sunken Meadow, N.Y. – Freshman Zineddine Ferrah and junior newcomer Zachary Roome highlighted a tremendous day of competition for the Monroe University men's cross-country team at the St. Joseph's Invite on a cold and windy Saturday afternoon. Ferrah placed second overall in Saturday's meet with a season-best time of 27:43.97, outpacing runners from Stac, Caldwell, Felician, Staten Island, and Queens. His teammate, Zachary Roome, placed fourth overall, also clocking a season-best time of 27:54.27.

Freshman Daniel El-Lakkis was the next Mustang to cross the finish line, posting a personal-best time of 31:40.65. He was followed by sophomore Jazir Harris, who ran a season-best time of 33:17.71. Freshman Colin Alexander ran a personal-best time of 37:16.10, while freshman Jordan Emile rounded out the field for the Mustangs with a time of 38:44.90.

"Today's course was very challenging; it was cold, windy, and hilly. I am very proud of these guys who took on today's challenge," said head coach Shirvon Greene. "It was a tough season overall due to obstacles like the weather and terrain all season long. Thank you to each of the runners who contributed this year, especially during our transition period. I am very happy and proud of the determination, resiliency, and grit each runner showed. Special thanks also go to the coaching and support staff who ensured that each runner was prepared. This is definitely a step in the right direction. As our team motto says, 'KEEP SHOWING UP,' and that's exactly what they did all season long."

This concludes the 2026 season for the Mustangs. The team will now look to prepare for the upcoming indoor track and field season.