Shewaye Johnson wins Summit League individual title for UND

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Last updated Nov 4, 2026

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Shewaye Johnson of the University of North Dakota claimed the Summit League individual title in the women's 6k race with a time of 20:30.0. This marks the third time in four years a Fighting Hawk woman has won the championship. Johnson, a senior who transferred from Texas A&M, praised the coaching staff's confidence and training methods. Head coach Tom Scott highlighted the team's culture as a key factor in fostering success. The Fighting Hawks are ranked around No. 40 nationally and aim to improve their standing at the NCAA Midwest Regional in Ames, Iowa, on November 13.

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  • •Johnson achieved the second-fastest winning time in Summit League history.
  • •UND women's cross country earned six all-Summit League honors this season.
  • •The team received votes in the USTFCCCA Coaches Poll for the first time as a Division I program.
  • •UND finished fourth out of 29 teams at the Gans Creek Classic.
  • •The Hawks target a top finish at the NCAA Midwest Regional on November 13.
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Nov. 3—GRAND FORKS — UND women's cross country coach Tom Scott has a knack for finding and developing elite runners. First, Yonca Kutluk became the program's first Summit League champion in 2023. Next, Jadyn Keeler became the face of the program before finishing her decorated career last season. Now, Shewaye Johnson has taken the torch from her predecessors. Last weekend, Johnson became the ...

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