BRIDGEWATER, N.J. (Aug. 10, 2026) – The Stonehill men's cross country team was picked second in the 2026 NEC Men's Cross Country Preseason Coaches poll announced by the League on Monday afternoon.

After finishing second last fall, the Skyhawks received four first place votes, trailing only defending champion Central Connecticut State. LIU was chosen third, while Wagner was tabbed fourth and Le Moyne and FDU finished tied for fifth in the pre-season poll.

2026 NEC Men's Cross Country Preseason Coaches Poll
1. CCSU (5)
2. Stonehill (4)
3. LIU
4. Wagner
5. (tie) Le Moyne
     FDU
7. New Haven
8. Mercyhurst
9. Chicago State