Carroll University's men's and women's cross country teams are set to compete at the 2025 CCIW Championships on Saturday, November 1, at Saukie Golf Course in Rock Island, Illinois. The men's 8K race begins at 12:00 p.m., followed by the women's 6K at 12:45 p.m.
Both Pioneer squads enter the meet ranked eighth in the latest CCIW coaches' poll, and they'll look to outperform expectations against a deep and talented field. North Central, Wheaton, and Augustana headline the conference as perennial powers, but Carroll has shown steady progress throughout the season and will aim to close the gap on the middle of the pack.
The Saukie Golf Course layout offers a relatively flat route with rolling hills and tight turns, providing opportunities for strategic racing and strong finishes. Carroll's men will start from Box 17, while the women will line up in Box 5, setting the stage for competitive positioning from the gun.
With all-conference honors on the line for the top 20 finishers and team trophies awarded to the top programs, the Pioneers will rely on their depth and resilience to make a statement. Fans can follow live results at http://www.wayzataresults.com as Carroll looks to cap its season with a strong showing on the conference stage.