Men's Cross Country Finishes First at the Vermont Fall Foliage Invitational

Sunday, October 18

Saint Albans, VT

12:30 PM

Sacred Heart

University of Vermont Fall Foliage Invitational

Results

Photo by: Mark Bolton

10/18/2026 8:47:00 PM | Men's Cross Country

Mason and Harold lead the way

By: Joe Verrillo

SAINT ALBANS, VT – The Sacred Heart University men's cross country team delivered an impressive performance at the Vermont Fall Foliage Invitational, capturing first place overall out of three competing teams.
Leading the charge for the Pioneers was Michael Mason, who earned his first individual victory of the season. Mason crossed the finish line of the 8K race in 25:33.7, securing the top spot. Finishing directly behind him was teammate Jake Harold, who claimed second place with a time of 25:50.4, giving Sacred Heart a dominant one-two finish.
Ryan McAlea continued the Pioneers' strong showing, finishing fourth overall with a time of 26:24.2. His performance gave Sacred Heart its third top-five finisher of the afternoon.
Aidan Chichocki was the next Pioneer to cross the finish line, placing seventh overall with a time of 26:28.3. Rounding out the top finishers for Sacred Heart was Thomas Maresca, who secured tenth place with a time of 26:37.6.
With five runners finishing inside the top 10, the Pioneers showcased their depth and consistency, ultimately securing the team title at the invitational.

Sacred Heart Finishes:
Michael Mason: 25:33.7 (1)
Jake Harold: 25:50.4 (2)
Ryan McAlea: 26:24.2 (4)
Aidan Chichocki: 26:28.3 (7)
Thomas Maresca: 26:37.6 (10)

Up Next:
The Pioneers are back in action in just a few days, on Friday, October 23, as they are set to compete in the 21^st Annual Central Connecticut State University Mini-Meet. The meet is scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM.