Lumberjacks Ranked Second in USTFCCCA South Central Region Poll
9/30/2026 1:00:00 PM | Men's Cross Country
NEW ORLEANS, La.-Â The Stephen F. Austin (SFA) Men's Cross Country team has been named to the USTFCCCA South Central Region Poll for Week Two, achieving a prestigious second-place ranking. This recognition highlights the remarkable achievements of the Lumberjacks under the leadership of standout athlete Saad Rifi Loutfi.
The USTFCCCA South Central Region Poll is a significant benchmark in collegiate cross country, recognizing top-performing teams within the region. Being named to this poll is a testament to the team's dedication, talent, and competitive spirit. The Lumberjacks' second-place ranking is not only a reflection of their outstanding performance but also marks the highest ranking in the program's history, underscoring their exceptional success.
Saad Rifi Loutfi has been instrumental in leading the team to this historical achievement. His leadership and performance were on full display as the team secured an impressive fourth-place finish at the highly competitive Cowboy Jamboree. In this event, the Lumberjacks outperformed several prominent teams, including No. 5 Oregon, No. 21 Tulsa, and TCU, showcasing their ability to compete at the highest levels.
The SFA Men's Cross Country team's current ranking positions them ahead of notable programs such as Tulane, TCU, Texas, Houston, Texas A&M, McNeese, TAMU-Corpus Christi, Incarnate Word, and Rice. This accomplishment not only elevates the team's stature within the region but also highlights the strength and depth of the program.
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For all the latest information on SFA XC, visit SFAjacks.com. For up-to-the-minute updates, follow the Lumberjacks on X, Instagram and Facebook.
The USTFCCCA South Central Region Poll is a significant benchmark in collegiate cross country, recognizing top-performing teams within the region. Being named to this poll is a testament to the team's dedication, talent, and competitive spirit. The Lumberjacks' second-place ranking is not only a reflection of their outstanding performance but also marks the highest ranking in the program's history, underscoring their exceptional success.
Saad Rifi Loutfi has been instrumental in leading the team to this historical achievement. His leadership and performance were on full display as the team secured an impressive fourth-place finish at the highly competitive Cowboy Jamboree. In this event, the Lumberjacks outperformed several prominent teams, including No. 5 Oregon, No. 21 Tulsa, and TCU, showcasing their ability to compete at the highest levels.
The SFA Men's Cross Country team's current ranking positions them ahead of notable programs such as Tulane, TCU, Texas, Houston, Texas A&M, McNeese, TAMU-Corpus Christi, Incarnate Word, and Rice. This accomplishment not only elevates the team's stature within the region but also highlights the strength and depth of the program.
FOLLOW THE LUMBERJACKS
For all the latest information on SFA XC, visit SFAjacks.com. For up-to-the-minute updates, follow the Lumberjacks on X, Instagram and Facebook.
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