NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Lipscomb Cross Country and Track & Field head coach Nick Polk announced the signing of an impressive group of student-athletes as part of the program's 2026 recruiting class, a group featuring elite talent from across the United States and abroad.

"We are excited about our early signing class of 2026!" said Polk. "This group is coming to Lipscomb from all over the U.S. and the world. This is a group that fits Lipscomb really well and will contribute immediately to our athletic success. The future is bright for the Lipscomb Cross Country and Track & Field program!"

The Bisons' newest additions include a strong mix of middle-distance and distance runners, along with standout sprinters who bring championship-level experience and proven results to Lipscomb's nationally recognized program.

2026 Lipscomb Cross Country & Track & Field Signees

Women

• Dalencia Kittrell — University School | Johnson City, Tenn.
  Personal Bests: 200m – 24.68 | 400m – 55.54
  A dynamic sprinter with top-tier times in both the 200m and 400m, Kitrell adds speed and depth to the Bisons' sprint group.

• Matilda Cole — Wagga Wagga High | Wagga Wagga, NSW, Australia
  Personal Bests: 1500m – 4:33 | 3000m – 9:47
  Cole brings international experience and impressive endurance from Australia's competitive distance circuit.

• Jerica Glasser — Sioux Falls Christian | Sioux Falls, S.D.
  Personal Bests: 1600m – 4:57 | 3200m – 10:33 | 5K XC – 17:52
  A consistent performer at the state level, Glasser joins the Bisons with strong range across cross country and track.

• Molly Farrell — Marshall High School | Marshall, Ill.
  Personal Bests: 1600m – 4:52 | 3200m – 10:34 | 5K XC – 17:46
  Farrell adds strength to Lipscomb's distance squad with her impressive personal bests across multiple events.

• Piper Schuster — Slinger High School | Richfield, Wis.
  Personal Bests: 1600m – 4:56 | 3200m – 10:40 | 5K XC – 17:51
  Schuster's consistency and versatility make her a valuable addition to the women's distance roster.

• Hannah Governor — Williamson Central | Williamson, N.Y.
  Personal Bests: 1500m – 4:34 | 3000m – 9:56 | 5K XC – 18:06
  Governor brings strong middle-distance credentials and endurance talent from upstate New York.

• Ava Moody — Anderson County High School | Clinton, Tenn.
  Personal Bests: 1600m – 5:01 | 2 Miles – 10:48 | 5K XC – 17:19
  A Tennessee standout, Moody adds depth to the women's cross country and long-distance events.

• Addie Moore — Woodford County | Versailles, Ky.
  Personal Bests: 800m – 2:11 | 1600m – 4:49 | 3200m – 10:28 | 5K XC – 17:20
  Moore is one of the class's most versatile recruits, with elite times across both middle-distance and distance events.

• Charli Keely — Jenks High School | Tulsa, Okla.
  Personal Bests: 1600m – 4:59 | 3200m – 10:53 | 5K XC – 18:04
  Keely adds proven experience and steady progression from one of Oklahoma's top prep programs.

Men

• Sam Loftin — Providence School | Jacksonville, Fla.
  Personal Bests: 1600m – 4:12 | 3200m – 9:14 | 5K XC – 15:20
  A rising distance star from Florida, Loftin brings strong cross country and track performances to the Bisons.

• Kobey Yates — Marshall County | Benton, Ky.
  Personal Bests: 1 Mile – 4:16 | 3200m – 9:12 | 5K XC – 14:47
  Yates joins the program with one of the fastest 5K times in the class and championship-level experience.

This 2026 class continues Lipscomb's tradition of excellence in both Cross Country and Track & Field, with several signees poised to make an immediate impact at the conference and national levels.