MEAC Runners of the Week

Men's Cross Country

Jepngetich, Mbatha Earn MEAC Runner of the Week Honors

Sophomore Rebecca Jepngetich and junior Siyabonga Mbatha have been named MEAC Runners of the Week after leading UMES at the Soaring Hawks Invitational on Sept. 20 in Princess Anne, Md. It is the second straight week Jepngetich has claimed the women's honor.

In his season debut, Mbatha placed second in the men's 8k with a time of 28:05.83, helping the Hawks secure first place in the team standings. Jepngetich recorded a season-best 18:49.25 to win the women's 5k, leading the UMES women to a team title as well.

The Hawks return to action Friday, Oct. 3, when they travel to Cary, N.C., to compete in the HBCU Challenge.

For updates on UMES cross country and track and field, visit UMESHawks.com and follow the team on Twitter (@UMESHawkTFXC) and Instagram (@umeshawktfxc).
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Players Mentioned

Siyabonga Mbatha

Siyabonga Mbatha

6' 2"
Junior
Rebecca Jepngetich

Rebecca Jepngetich

5' 6"
Sophomore

Players Mentioned

Siyabonga Mbatha

Siyabonga Mbatha

6' 2"
Junior
Rebecca Jepngetich

Rebecca Jepngetich

5' 6"
Sophomore