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Sacred Heart University Pioneers
Michael Mason
Jim Fritz

Men's Cross Country Wins Vermont Fall Foliage Invitational

Mason claims victory on the individual leaderboard

10/19/2025 4:55:00 PM

ST. ALBANS, Vt. – The Sacred Heart University men's cross-country team put together a phenomenal performance at the Vermont Fall Foliage Invitational, claiming the win on Sunday. 
 
The Pioneers were led by junior Michael Mason, who finished first overall with a time of 26:07. Matthew Vene followed close behind, earning a fourth-place showing with a time of 26:48 to help solidify Sacred Heart's lead.

Jake Harold, Michael Maresca, and Demetri Franzese all placed inside the top 15, contributing valuable points toward the team victory. Alexander Armendariz and Harjaap Singh rounded out the scoring for the Pioneers, sealing an impressive and well-rounded team effort.
 
Of Note:
  • Mason had his best performance of the season 
  • Vene earned his second top 10 finish of the season
  • Harold earned his second top 10 finish of the season 
 
Sacred Heart Finishes:
Michael Mason: 1st – 26:07
Matthew Vene: 4th – 26:48
Jake Harold: 9th – 27:15
Michael Maresca: 12th – 27:21
Demetri Franzese: 15th – 27:33
Alexander Armendariz: 17th – 27:40
Harjaap Singh: 22nd - 27:51
 
Up Next: The Pioneers are back in action on Friday, October 24, as they travel to New Britain, Conn., to compete in the 20th-annual CCSU Mini Meet.
 
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