Mannion and Ashe named MAAC Runners of the Week
MAAC Sports
EDISON, N.J. - Quinnipiac’s Spencer Mannion and Niamh Ashe were named the MAAC Cross Country Runners of the Week.
Spencer Mannion’s strong showing came at just the right time for the Bobcats' senior as he heads into the conference championship meet following a 34th place showing on Friday, crossing the line in 15:37.21. For Mannion, it was a crowning achievement for one of the most consistent and steady runners Quinnipiac has seen over the last four years. Always tending to place second-best on the team, this showing on Friday is Mannion's first time placing first on the team since the Northeast Conference Championship back his freshman season on Oct. 29, 2011.
Niamh Ashe once again led the way for Quinnipiac on the afternoon as she placed 13th overall with a time of 10:27.60. Racing in her first career CCSU Mini Meet, Ashe posted the fastest time of the day for the Bobcats as she now extends her streak to nine straight career appearances in which she has finished as the fastest Bobcat.
The 2014 MAAC Cross Country Championships will be held on Friday, October 31st at Holmdel Park, Holmdel N.J.