Lake Land College Offering Cross Country

Also approved by the board was scholarship funding to support Lake Land College cross country athletes. Up to 20 students per academic year, 10 on both the men and women’s teams, will receive tuition and fees scholarships for their participation in cross country.

Both the men and women’s teams will begin competition in fall 2025, 20 years since the college last offered the sport in 2005.

“Cross country was among the first sports we offered as a college, and it’s exciting to see it make its return now,” Director of Athletics Bill Jackson said. “Providing our students with a wide range of competitive, high-quality athletics is a key aspect of our mission to attract and retain students and elevate the Laker pride throughout our campus.” 

To learn more about the Lake Land College cross country and half marathon teams, contact Jackson at 217-234-5296 or wjackson60312@lakelandcollege.edu.