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The Augusta men’s cross country team finished third at the Queen City Invitational, emerging as the fastest Division II program. With an average time of 25:36, senior Nasrudin Mohamed led the team with an impressive eighth-place finish, earning recognition as the Peach Belt Conference Runner of the Week. The Jaguars demonstrated their strength with a strong scoring lineup and a notable team cohesion. This performance sets a positive momentum for the upcoming Bobcat Invitational.
Charlotte, N.C. – The Augusta men’s cross country team achieved a remarkable performance at the Queen City Invitational on September 12, 2025, finishing third overall among a competitive field and earning the title of the fastest Division II program in attendance. With a total of 121 points, the Jaguars showcased their talent on an 8K course, achieving an impressive team average time of 25:36.
Leading the Jaguars was senior Nasrudin Mohamed, who secured an eighth-place finish with a time of 25:08.4, the fastest time recorded in the Peach Belt Conference for the season. His performance not only contributed significantly to the team’s overall score but also earned him recognition as the Peach Belt Conference Runner of the Week following the event.
Completing the scoring five for Augusta were Andrew Helfers, finishing 14th with a time of 25:32.4; Gabriel Best, who came in 16th at 25:34.6; Caleb Darsey, finishing 19th in 25:38.9; and freshman Eli Corn, who rounded out the team in 32nd place with a time of 26:09.2. The team’s scoring runners demonstrated strong cohesion, with only a one-minute spread separating their times.
Other notable contributors included Francisco Palacios in 36th place with a time of 26:22.6, Benjamin Hall in 38th place at 26:29.1, and Jackson Musto in 49th place at 26:45.5. The following are the finalized top 10 standings from the event:
- 1. Charlotte – 23 points
- 2. North Carolina – 51 points
- 3. Augusta – 121 points
- 4. Milligan – 180 points
- 5. Fayetteville State – 191 points
- 6. USC Upstate – 202 points
- 7. Montreat – 212 points
- 8. Emory – 215 points
- 9. Wingate – 249 points
- 10. Queens (N.C.) – 256 points
The third-place finish among all teams, combined with the distinction of being the top-performing Division II program, highlights the Jaguars’ strength and competitive edge in the region as they embark on the season. This performance sets a positive precedent and momentum for Augusta as they prepare for their next challenge at the Bobcat Invitational on September 26, 2025, in Milledgeville, Ga.
The Queen City Invitational served as a platform for showcasing cross-country talent and willingness to compete among the elite programs. Augusta’s success at this event emphasizes the team’s commitment to excelling in collegiate athletics, particularly in cross country.
As the season progresses, the Jaguars look forward to building on their successful outing and enhancing their performance in upcoming meets, while individuals like Nasrudin Mohamed will continue to strive for impressive personal and team achievements on the course.
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