Cross country at Rockhurst has a strong tradition in team focus and pack racing. The endurance sport allows for individuals to set their goals based upon ability and priorities, but they are all challenged to find a way to positively impact the team.
Divided into levels based on ability – there is the A group (most advanced), the B group (building to get to the top group), the C group (adding spirit and depth to the program) and the Freshman group (to allow for acclimating and peer bonding).
All types of athletes can become valued and successful distance runners and Rock XC embraces all those who are Hard Working – Competitive – Fun-Loving!
The 2024 season included the program’s third State Championship (and third individual State Champ), as well as the program’s first Nike Cross Nationals (NXN) qualification; Rockhurst finished 13th at Nationals.
For more information on the program – you can visit the team’s website www.hawkletsxc.org. Or follow on X/Twitter @HawkletsXC
Schedules and Scores
Team Photos - JV and Freshman 2024
Meet the Coaches
Head Coach – Mike Dierks (mdierks@rockhursths.edu)
Assistant Coaches: Alex Dobens (adobens@rockhursths.edu); Zander Haddad (zhaddad@rockhursths.edu); Ryan McAnany (rmcanany@rockhursths.edu); Alan Ratermann (aratermann@rockhursths.edu)
