Marquette Teams Swept Jim Allen Classic Meet
The Marquette men's and women's cross-country teams took first place at the inaugural event in Milwaukee.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Track & Field
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Marquette University secured a home victory during the inaugural Jim Allen Classic at Veterans Park. Both the men's and women's teams finished in first place, narrowly defeating UW-Green Bay by four points in the scoring.
Why it matters
The event was organized to celebrate Parents Weekend for the university community. The meet offered a chance for the programs to showcase their depth, with both squads placing five scorers within the top 11 of their respective races.
The men's team finished the 7k course, which was shortened from the intended 8k, while the women completed their 6k race at 65 degrees. The men's squad placed five scorers in the top 10, while the women achieved five scorers in the top 11.
The players
Marquette University
This private Jesuit research university is located in Milwaukee and fields several NCAA Division I athletic teams.
UW-Green Bay
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay is a public university that competes in the Horizon League for cross-country.
The details
Scoring for the classic was determined by the cumulative placement of each team's top five runners. While the women's event ran the planned distance, the men's race was rendered unofficial because the team missed a loop, altering the course from an 8k to a 7k.
Timeline
The Jim Allen Classic meet took place on September 29, 2026.
The Marquette teams are scheduled to compete at the Joe Piane Invitational on October 2, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win provides momentum for Marquette as they prepare for the higher-level competition at the Joe Piane Invitational. The result establishes a positive baseline for the squads before they head to South Bend to face regional challengers.
The men's team success at the 7k distance does not count toward standard 8k performance averages due to the skipped loop. Both teams maintain their momentum as they move into the next phase of the competitive season.
The takeaway
The inaugural event served as a successful homecoming during Parents Weekend for the Marquette programs. Athletes should note that the course error for the men's race highlights the importance of precise navigation in early-season meet preparation.
What happens next
The Marquette men's and women's cross-country teams will compete at the Joe Piane Invitational in South Bend on October 2, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Marquette Wire.
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