The Dordt University men’s cross country team moved up four spots in the latest edition (Oct.8) of the NAIA Coaches’ poll.
Dordt, who was ranked 22nd in the last poll, moved up to 18th in the Oct.8 poll, the Defenders received votes in the preseason ranking. The Defenders accounted for 259 points, six behind of #17 Rio Grande (Ohio). Dordt is 28 points ahead of #19 Park (Mo.) and 32 points in front of Rocky Mountain (Mont.)
Dordt is the lone team from the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) in the top 25, Doane is earning votes. Dordt has been ranked in the top 25 or receiving votes in 54 straight NAIA polls
