MOORHEAD, MN - The University of Mary Men's Cross Country team showed their grit in the Marauders first meet of the 2023 season at the MSU Moorhead 8th Annual Dragon Twilight Invitational. With determination and teamwork, the Marauders put in a solid performance as a trio of Marauders claimed top 10 finishes.
 
Guillermo Fregoso led the charge for UMary. The all-conference runner finished 7th with a strong performance, completing the 6000 meter course in a brisk 18:44.80.
 
UMary Head Coach Chris Lessard, was pleased with the team's first outing of the season.
 
"Our guys put in a great effort today," said Lessard. "We're looking forward to what the season holds."
 
In his first collegiate race, freshman Caleb Hansen claimed 7^th place, a scant 0.90 seconds behind he veteran Fregoso. Caleb Hansen, a sophomore from Dickinson, ND, and Eli's older brother, finished 9^th with a clocking of 18.49.60.
 
In a competitive field, UMary secured a commendable fourth-place finish with 102 points, demonstrating their ability to hold their own against strong competition. Here's how the teams stacked up:
 
MSU Moorhead - 31 pts
Minot State - 67 pts
Dwaggons - 85 pts
UMary - 102 pts
Dickinson St. - 120 pts
Concordia-Moorhead - 134 pts
Bismarck State - 139 pts
Valley City State - 236 pts
Southwest Minnesota State - 238 pts
Bethany Lutheran - 304 pts
Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish - 328 pts
 
UMary's top performers showcased their skills and determination, setting the tone for the team's success.
Guillermo Fregoso - 18:44.80 (7th)
Eli Hansen - 18:45.70 (8th)
Caleb Hansen - 18:49.60 (9th)
Andrew Scheer - 20:01.30 (33rd)
Luke Fundak - 21:00.20 (45th)
Max Lefor - 21:13.70 (48th)
 
The next challenge on the horizon for UMary is the prestigious Roy Griak Invitational in St. Paul, MN, on September 22.
 
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