USAO Cross Country

In his inaugural year as USAO’s cross country coach, Sid Hudson led a small but dedicated team of 12 women and five men through the toughest NAIA conference in the nation. With recruits coming in from across the nation, Coach Hudson is looking to build the fastest team in the school’s history this year.

Filled with mostly fresh faces, last year’s team was dedicated and committed to success. Every runner improved his or her time throughout the year. Reflecting on the high academic standards of USAO, all five men made the NAIA All-Academic Cross Country team in 2015 and maintained the highest grade point average in the state. This year, Coach Hudson is building on last year’s success and creating a team whose athletic achievements match the university’s academic pedigree.

The team faces one of its biggest challenges off the course—the budget shortfall in Oklahoma. The team relies on the support of donors to fill the gaps left by a growing team and a reduced budget. All donations of any size will help the team achieve its goals.

New scholarships will be created with your support. Donations will also purchase equipment—shoes, uniforms, practice gear—and help with entrance fees and travel expenses.

Thank you for your continued support of our cross country team! Words cannot express how important you are in the team’s success. Go Drovers!