NCAA cross country

NCAA cross country is a college sport where teams and individual athletes compete in long-distance running races on outdoor courses that include natural terrain like grass, dirt, and hills. The goal is to finish the race faster than opponents, with team scoring based on the combined finishes of top runners. It promotes endurance, strategy, and teamwork, and is held at various regional and national championships throughout the fall season. The NCAA oversees these competitions, ensuring standards and eligibility are maintained across participating colleges and universities.