The Saints Cross Country team are soaring once again. Our Lady of the Lake University’s cross country program continues to make waves across the Red River Athletic Conference, and this week two of its standout runners ha, Isai Moran and Kristen Torres, had quite the performance. Both were named the RRAC Cross Country Runners of the Week for the period of October 13–19, following exceptional performances at the highly competitive Arturo Barrios Invitational hosted by Texas A&M University.
Facing a deep field packed with NCAA Division I talent, the Saints proved they could hold their own among some of the best runners in the nation. Kristen Torres delivered an incredible race, clocking a 21:59 in the women’s 6K, a mark that not only showcased her strength and composure but also demonstrated how OLLU’s women’s program continues to rise. This is the second time this season that Torres has claimed the RRAC Runner of the Week honor, and she’s done it in commanding fashion, taking on stellar competition and emerging as one of the top NAIA runners in the field.
On the men’s side, Isai Moran continued his dominant season with a stellar 25:03 in the 8K, once again asserting himself as one of the premier runners in the conference and the region. His performance at the Arturo Barrios Invitational was yet another testament to his consistency, which has defined his remarkable 2025 campaign. This marks the third time this season that Moran has been named RRAC Runner of the Week, adding to an already historic year in which he set the OLLU school record in the 8K earlier this season.
For both Moran and Torres, these awards aren’t just personal milestones, they reflect the hard work of OLLU Cross Country. Under the guidance of their coaching staff, the Saints have built a culture of excellence, one that’s increasingly being recognized beyond the RRAC. Competing against Division I programs and putting down stellar times shows the depth of their talent and the strength of their preparation.
As the postseason looms, OLLU is moving in the right direction.