This Saturday, November 23, the nation's Division I, II and III cross-country teams will converge for the 2024 NCAA Cross-Country Championships. After weeks of intense regional showdowns and dramatic shifts in rankings, the stage is set for the ultimate showdown, where the fastest collegiate runners will vie for NCAA glory.
31 men's teams and 31 women's teams punched tickets last weekend and a host of star athlete's round out each field. This year's competition will unfold at the Thomas Zimmer Championship Course in Verona, Wisconsin, the home turf of the Wisconsin Badgers.
Here's a comprehensive guide to what you need to know about the championship — across the DI, DII and DIII levels — including start timings, TV broadcast and streaming details this weekend.
When are the 2024 cross country championships?
The NCAA XC Championships Division I women's 6K race begins at 10:20 a.m. ET, and the men’s 10K starts at 11:10 a.m. ET on Saturday, November 23. The Division II and Division III Championships will also take place on the same day.
| Division | Date | Start Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Division I | Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 | Women: 10:20 a.m. Men: 11:10 a.m. |
| Division II | Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 | 1:00 p.m. |
| Division III | Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024 | 12:00 p.m. |
Where are the 2024 cross country championships?
The NCAA Division I Men's and Women's Cross-Country National Championships will unfold at the Thomas Zimmer Championship Course in Verona, Washington. This year's event is hosted by the University of Wisconsin. Here are the locations and hosts for every NCAA division cross country championships.
| Division | Location | Host |
|---|---|---|
| Division I | Thomas Zimmer Championship Course, Verona, WI | Wisconsin |
| Division II | Arcade Creek Cross Country Course, Sacramento, CA | N/A |
| Division III | LaVern Gibson Championship XC Course, Terre Haute, IN | Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology |
How to watch the 2024 NCAA cross country championships
- Live Broadcast: ESPNU
- Streaming service: Fubo (sign up for a 7-day free-trial now)
The 2024 NCAA Cross Country Championships will stream on ESPNU and the ESPN app beginning at 9:30 a.m. EST. You can find more information about the championship races at the NCAA Division I home base.
Watch 2024 NCAA Cross-Country Championships live on Fubo (free-trial)| Division | Broadcast/Streaming Details |
|---|---|
| Division I | ESPNU |
| Division II | Live streaming on NCAA.com |
| Division III | Live streaming on NCAA.com |