HARTFORD, Conn. - Hartford Men's Cross Country win their first ever Conference of New England championship after being led by junior Owen Klein (Coventry, R.I.) in the Men's 8000m race at the challenging Keney Park.

Rapid Recap:

• Hartford was led by Klein who placed first overall with a time of 26:06.5 in the 8K. 
• Senior Trae McIntyre (Troy, N.Y.) was next to cross the line for the Hawks placing 6th with a time of 26:38.4.
• Junior Daren Johnson (Meriden, Conn.), Keller Casey (Charlton, N.Y) and sophomore Gavin Mize (Downingtown, Pa.) rounded out Hartford's scoring five, placing 7th, 16th, and 19th, respectively, with times of 26:41.7, 27:33.2, and 27:45.4.
• Hartford would take the win with their three top-ten finishers and total a final score of 49.

Post-Match Press:
"The men really showed that all their hard morning workouts and hill days at the park have been paying off for sure. Obviously, we are thrilled for Owen getting the individual win," said Head Coach Connor Green. "That itself is a remarkably memorable experience with the team coming together as a whole to really challenge. Some incredible teams and taking the win is something that will never be forgotten. I know I can speak for both myself and Everett when I say how proud we are of both teams and their incredible season so far."

Up Next:
The Hawks will take a two-week hiatus before traveling to Manchester, Conn. to compete in the NCAA Mideast Regional Championships. 
 

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