NORFOLK, Va. – North Carolina Central placed eight student-athletes on the 2026 MEAC Cross Country All-Academic Team, the conference announced Wednesday.

The Eagles honored were Aaron Alukunyang, Ryan Chong, Wesley Kibet, Evans Kimutai, Caleb Martin and Ryan Montgomery from the men's team and Sharon Magut and Navi McDowell from the women's team. The eight Eagles were among 67 student-athletes highlighted for their academic achievements during the 2026-27 academic year.

To be eligible for MEAC All-Academic honors, a student-athlete must be either a sophomore, junior or senior with a 3.0 or higher cumulative grade point average. Transfer student-athletes who have attended their respective institutions for at least one year are also eligible for selection.