The Parkside men’s cross country team has been picked fifth in the 2025 Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) preseason coaches poll as the Rangers prepare for a season of growth with a new-look lineup.

The roster features just three returners from the seven athletes who competed at last year’s NCAA Midwest Regional, signaling plenty of opportunity for fresh faces to step into key roles. Among the returners are Cayton Cratch, Jose Monroy, and Doug Martin, each of whom bring championship experience back to the squad.

With 11 underclassmen making up the majority of the roster, the Rangers will be one of the youngest teams in the conference. The program also welcomes five newcomers for the 2025 season, several of whom are expected to compete for scoring spots immediately.
 

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