2026 Men's Cross Country Roster
Roster
Distance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross CountryDistance
/ Men's Cross Country
Eloshas Kipkirui
- Position:
- Distance
- Class:
- Freshman
- Hometown:
- Kenya
High School (Tigityo Secondary School)
National and regional champion in 2022 and 2023…Top time in 3000m was 8:50 and in 5000m was 14:25.
Personal
Son of Christopher Bitok and Jane Cheptanui Chepkwony…Has one sister Gladys Chepchirchir (18) and one brother Abel Kiplagat (13)…Planning to major in health services.
Why Toledo?
“I chose the University of Toledo because of its strong academic reputation, supportive learning environment, and commitment to helping students succeed. As a competitive middle-distance runner, I was also drawn to the University's athletic culture. I believe the University of Toledo provides an environment where I can continue developing as both a student and an athlete. Balancing academics with athletics will allow me to grow in discipline, leadership, and teamwork while pursuing my long-term goals.”
National and regional champion in 2022 and 2023…Top time in 3000m was 8:50 and in 5000m was 14:25.
Personal
Son of Christopher Bitok and Jane Cheptanui Chepkwony…Has one sister Gladys Chepchirchir (18) and one brother Abel Kiplagat (13)…Planning to major in health services.
Why Toledo?
“I chose the University of Toledo because of its strong academic reputation, supportive learning environment, and commitment to helping students succeed. As a competitive middle-distance runner, I was also drawn to the University's athletic culture. I believe the University of Toledo provides an environment where I can continue developing as both a student and an athlete. Balancing academics with athletics will allow me to grow in discipline, leadership, and teamwork while pursuing my long-term goals.”
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