Men's Cross Country Results: Hawaii Pacific University's men's cross country team claimed victory at the 2024 Chaminade Invitational, held at Kapiolani District Park. Led by a stellar performance from Aaron Garcia, the Sharks finished first with a total score of 20 points, solidifying their dominance.

Men's Team Standings:

1. Hawaii Pacific - 20 points
2. Chaminade - 35 points

Key Performances:

• Aaron Garcia (FR) took the individual crown with a time of 17:57.5, outpacing the field and finishing 31 seconds ahead of the second-place runner.
• Jonah Sheridan (SR) secured third place with a time of 18:48.8.
• Tyler Stoker (SR) and Joshua Peller (SO) finished in fourth and fifth place, respectively, helping HPU round out their top-five scorers.
• Casey Collins (SR) completed the scoring for HPU, finishing seventh overall with a time of 22:48.4.

Women's Cross Country Results: Hawaii Pacific University's women's cross country team finished third in the team standings at the Chaminade Invitational. Despite a strong showing, they finished behind Hawaii-Hilo and Chaminade with a total score of 50 points.

Women's Team Standings:

1. Hawaii-Hilo - 29 points
2. Chaminade - 41 points
3. Hawaii Pacific - 50 points

Key Performances:

• Carly Dyer (SO) led the Sharks, finishing sixth overall with a time of 21:35.5.
• Isabella Acosta Figueredo (SO) and Sophie Hanson (JR) followed closely, securing eighth and ninth places, respectively.
• Maya Pompel (JR) contributed with a solid 12th place finish at 24:28.6, while Annabelle Watts (FR) completed the team's scoring with a 15th place finish at 26:18.5.

Both teams showcased their potential and determination as they continue their seasons.