Prairie View A&M's cross country team competed in the SWAC Cross Country Championships on October 27, 2025, at Apalachee Regional Park in Tallahassee, Florida. The Panthers clinched a commendable third-place finish with a team total of 68 points, trailing behind Bethune-Cookman and Texas Southern.
Several members of the team stood out with remarkable individual performances.
Thierry Garcon led the Panthers with a strong finish, placing 5th overall with a time of 26:30.1, which earned him First Team SWAC honors. His teammate,
Noah Green, followed suit, finishing 10th with a time of 27:31.5, and receiving Second Team SWAC honors for his efforts.
Other noteworthy performances included
Kejun Wilson who completed the race in 15th place at 28:00.6. Close behind, Elie Smith secured the 17th spot with a time of 28:13.0. The team depth was further showcased by
Cristian Rios,
Christopher Korir,
Javier Gallegos,
Eli Jacobs, and
Jaiden Johnson, who completed the team's lineup with their respective times contributing to the overall team score.
Full meet results can be found here, and
the meet can be replayed on SWACTV.
The Prairie View A&M Panthers have shown a consistent dedication to excellence in track and field, and their performance at the SWAC Cross Country Championships continues to highlight their competitive spirit and teamwork.