U Sports XC National Championships: McMaster, Sherbrooke, Victoria Dominate — image accompanying Canadian Running's report. Image accompanying Canadian Running’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
McMaster Marauders, Sherbrooke Vert & Or, and Victoria Vikes dominate their divisions. McMaster tops men's rankings, Sherbrooke second. Victoria Vikes lead women's rankings, narrowly ahead of UBC Thunderbirds.
McMaster's consistency and strong individual performances secure top spot. Sherbrooke's Xavier Lemaître wins, leading team to second. Victoria's Madelyn Eybergen wins, securing team title. Read more racing coverage.
UBC Thunderbirds drop from second to sixth. McMaster rises to second, Laval to fourth. Dalhousie Tigers men drop out of top 10 despite strong showings. Related: Sheila Chepkirui Wins 2026 New York City Marathon.
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What should runners know about U Sports XC National Championships: McMaster, Sherbrooke, Victoria Dominate?
McMaster Marauders, Sherbrooke Vert & Or, and Victoria Vikes lead their divisions ahead of nationals. McMaster Marauders, Sherbrooke Vert & Or, and Victoria Vikes dominate their divisions. McMaster tops men's rankings, Sherbrooke second. Victoria Vikes lead women's rankings, narrowly ahead of UBC Thunderbirds.
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Runner World published this brief on November 4, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated November 4, 2026.
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