El Paso Community College Women’s Cross Country Claims First Place at NJCAA Region V Meet
The El Paso Community College (EPCC) women's cross country team won first place at the NJCAA Region V meet in Hobbs, New Mexico, while the men's team placed seventh.
El Paso, TX, November 6, 2026 — El Paso Community College (EPCC) celebrated a significant victory as its women’s cross country team secured first place at the NJCAA Region V meet. The competition took place in Hobbs, New Mexico, drawing collegiate athletes from across the region.
The EPCC women’s team’s performance marks a key achievement for the program. The specifics of the win, including the margin of victory, the number of participating teams, and individual standout performances for the winning team, were not detailed in the provided summary.
In the same meet, the EPCC men’s cross country team also competed, ultimately placing seventh overall. The summary did not provide further details on the men’s team’s performance, such as the number of runners, notable placements, or the strength of the competition they faced.
The NJCAA Region V meet is a crucial event in collegiate cross country, determining regional champions and often serving as a pathway to national competitions. Further information regarding the specific circumstances of the victories and placements for both EPCC teams, including coaching staff and individual athlete accolades, was not available.
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