Charlotte, NC - The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) named Fayetteville State cross country runners, Brian Kiprop and Faith Kiplimo, as the week #6 CIAA Men and Women's Cross Country Runners of the Week.

Brian Kiprop, a sophomore nursing major from Eldoret, Kenya, continued his outstanding season with a standout effort at the Queens Royals Cross Country Challenge. Kiprop finished second overall in the men's 8,000-meter gold race, crossing the line in an impressive 24:15.29. His performance ranks among the fastest times in the CIAA this season and showcased his combination of strength, strategy, and consistency. Kiprop's continued excellence underscores his importance to Fayetteville State's men's cross country squad and his potential to compete at the highest levels throughout the season.

Faith Kiplimo, a freshman nursing major from Eldoret, Kenya, delivered a spectacular performance at the Queens Royals Cross Country Challenge, leading the Fayetteville State Lady Broncos in the highly competitive women's 5,000-meter gold race. Kiplimo crossed the finish line in a personal-best time of 17:53.05, earning an impressive 16th-place overall finish against a deep and talented field. Her performance not only highlighted her speed and endurance but also demonstrated her growing impact as a first-year runner, signaling a bright future for Fayetteville State's cross country program.

Fayetteville State's cross country teams will return to competition on Thursday, October 23, at the CIAA Cross Country Championship, hosted at Green Hill Park in Salem, Virginia. The men's race is scheduled to begin at 12:00 p.m., followed by the women's race at 12:45 p.m. The event will take place at 2501 Green Hill Park Rd, Salem, VA 24153.