RESULTS

CALDWELL, N.J.–Sophomore Brooke Sheppard of the Monroe University women's cross-country team continued her tremendous form from a week ago on Friday afternoon. In the Mustangs' first 5K race of the season, Sheppard placed eighth overall among a competitive field from Caldwell, Felician, Dominican, STAC, and Pace Universities, crossing the finish line with a time of 23:22.6. Backed by Sheppard's top-10 performance, the Mustangs captured third place overall in the team standings.

Freshman Zekisha Kelly was the next finisher for the Mustangs, clocking in at 24:26.9. She was followed closely by a pack of Monroe runners, including freshmen Niera Eugene (25:08.2), Loriann Blake (25:31.5), and Jaden Edwards-Barry (25:39.2), as well as sophomore Anihra Wilkes (25:53.8). Freshman Lilliana Sanchez capped off the strong team effort with a time of 25:56.0. 

"Today's course was very challenging and hilly. I am very proud of these ladies who took on today's challenge," said head coach Shirvon Greene. "It was a tough way to debut in their first 5K of the season; along with the terrain, they had to battle hot weather. I am happy and proud of the strength and resilience they showed on the course. They showed toughness and grit. This is definitely a step in the right direction. As our team motto says, 'KEEP SHOWING UP,' and that's exactly what they did today."

Monroe's next race is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, at the Golden Eagle Invite in Stony Brook, NY.