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Making Our OFFICIAL Picks for the NCAA XC Championships! Plus, Kolas Reactions

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On this episode of the Blue Oval Podcast, Ben and Garrett react to some of the stunning Kolas outcomes before previewing the NCAA XC Championships by making their title picks! The guys break down standout moments from the regional meets, including Virginia Tech’s clutch performance, Tulsa’s narrow qualifier and Michigan State’s heartbreak. Later, the duo dives into individual title contenders, sleeper picks and potential surprise All-Americans before analyzing the top team title contenders and podium threats. Don’t miss their predictions and insights as championship season heats up! Be sure to listen, review and subscribe!

  • (3:52) Virginia Tech Men Qualify for NCAAs
  • (8:52) Furman Women Fall to 8th Place at Southeast Regionals, Fail to Qualify for NCAAs 
  • (12:23) Harvard Women Sneak into NCAAs via At-Large Bid 
  • (13:00) Kolas Stars Align for Tulsa Men While Michigan State Finds Harsh Fate
  • (19:40) Who Could Win the Individual National Title? (Women)
  • (23:36) Contenders, Sleepers & Potential Surprise All-Americans (Women)
  • (27:17) Individual National Title Favorites (Men)
  • (33:06) Contenders, Sleepers & Potential Surprise All-Americans (Men)
  • (38:17) What Teams Have a Chance at Glory? (Women)
  • (45:59) Podium Contending Teams (Women)
  • (49:13) Team Title Favorites (Men)
  • (54:08) Podium Contending Teams (Men)
  • (57:55) Most Interesting Teams to Watch


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