STANDISH, Maine – Director of Cross Country and Track and Field Mike Burleson has announced the Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track and Field Class of 2027.
Burleson, who is entering his first year as Director of Cross Country and Track and Field, has brought in 23 athletes from four different states with his efforts this past year while working in a part-time capacity. With only four graduating seniors leaving last May the Monks are well-equipped with this incoming class.
"Our coaching staff is incredibly excited about this incoming class of student-athletes. This is the largest recruiting class in program history and is a dynamic group that brings talent, skill and leadership" adds Burleson. "With strong teams a year ago for both the men's and women's programs, their arrival will elevate the program to the next level. We look forward to getting to work and seeing their impact both on and off the track."
The men's program achieved back-to-back GNAC Championship titles in Indoor and Outdoor Track & Field in 2023.
WOMEN'S TRACK & FIELD CLASS OF 2027:
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Alexis Cowan Why Saint Joseph's? My favorite college campus I had toured. I love the atmosphere and size of the school, and I'm looking forward to the programs offered and running track. High School: Participated in volleyball for four years, basketball for four years, and track and field for four years at Coe-Brown Northwood Academy…Awarded the Basketball-Defensive Award 2021, 2022, and 2023...Won the Volleyball State Championship in 2021 and 2022 participating in the Senior All-Star Game…Participated in Track and Field State Championship 2021, 2022, 2023, Track Meet of Champions 2021, 2022, 2023, and Track and Field New England Championship 2022…Achieved honor roll and was inducted into the National Honor Society. Community Service: 65 hours between stage managing a play and donating hats and mittens to Green Mountain Recovery Center. Personal: Alexis Michelle Cowan, daughter to Debra and Cowan…Sister to two siblings, Jacob and Brett Cowan. |
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Haley Lang
Major: Exercise Science/Pre-OT
Events: Throws Height: 5-5 New Gloucester, Maine / Gray-New Gloucester High School
Why Saint Joseph's? I choose St. Joe's because of the community. It's tight-knit and feels like home. You will have support to help you in whatever you may need.
High School: Participated in fall and winter cheerleading, and outdoor track and field all four years at Gray-New Gloucester High School...received the Scholar Athlete Award and Patriot Award in 2021, Patriot Award in 2022, Western Maine Conference Citizenship Award and Team Academic Excellence Award in 2023...was Southern Class B Cheerleading Runners up in 2023.
Community Service: Community service for high school for two years and outside community service with the cheer team for four years.
Personal: Haley Alexandré Lang, daughter of Michael and Deborah Lang...Sister to two siblings, Ashley and Curtis Lang.
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Greta Mackintosh Why Saint Joseph's? I chose to attend Saint Joseph's College of Maine because of sports and the location of the school. High School: Participated in volleyball and track for two years at Plymouth High School and two years at Natick High School…As a junior she earned the Varsity Volleyball Award and Coaches' Award and a Bay State Conference Athletic Recognition Award following her senior season…Played in a D1 Final Eight Match as a member of the Natick team…Played club for Owls Volleyball (two years), MGA (one year), Southern Alliance (one year), Beantown (one year), and Lockdown (one year). Community Service: Completed nearly 40 hours of service helping with the boys volleyball team with duties including set up for games, filling out the score sheet, and helping out during practice. Personal: Greta Mackintosh, daughter of Julie and Gregg Mackintosh…Has one sister, Bella Mackintosh.
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Ava Moffett Why Saint Joseph's? I chose to go to SJC because they have an amazing nursing program, ministry work opportunities, and I loved the secluded campus. High School: Participated in soccer and track and field at Spruce Mountain High School…Awarded Track and Field (2021)- Positive Attitude Award, Soccer (2021) Sportsmanship Award for MVC conference, Track and Field (2022)- Honorable Mention Award for 1600m race, Track and Field (2022)- team captain, Soccer (2022) Team captain, Academic All-Star Award, Track and Field (2020)- Regional Championships for 800m race, Soccer (2021)- Regional Championship for the division, Track and Field (2022)- Regional Championships 800m relay…Made honors or high honors every semester in high school, and was president of the National Honors Society. Community Service: Actively contributed to Saint Rose of Lima Parish's outreach efforts, distributing over 100 Thanksgiving baskets and participating in the Free Store initiatives. They further engaged with the community by distributing hot meals multiple times a year and cultivating a garden to provide vegetables for the local food pantry. For three years, they have been an integral part of the Yellow Tulip Project, planting 150 tulip bulbs across their school district to promote mental health awareness. Their involvement extended to school activities such as organizing craft fairs, assisting at the Apple Pumpkin Festival, and providing handwritten cards to nursing home residents during the holidays. They also dedicated time to tutoring in a special education classroom and volunteering with their local Amvet's Auxiliary for breakfast benefits. Personal: Ava Marie Moffett, daughter of Shane and Michelle Moffett…Sister to five siblings, Logan, Eli, Avigail, Anna, and Nolan Moffett. |
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Ava Smart Why Saint Joseph's? Loved the campus and it wasn't a huge school. I also wanted to run in college. High School: Participated in soccer, indoor track & field, and outdoor track & field for four years at South Portland High School…Awarded Most Improved Freshman Award, Coach Reardon Will-to-Win Award (junior year), Most Valuable Senior Division Athlete, Coach's Award (junior), All Academic (soccer, indoor and outdoor track (senior), Soccer Team Captain, Indoor and Outdoor Team Captain (junior and senior year)…Qualified for Indoor Track State and Regional junior and senior year (55 meter dash, 400 meter dash, 4 x100, and 4 x 400), Outdoor Track junior and senior year (55 meter Dash, 400 meter Dash, 4x100 relay, and 4 x 400 relay.), New Englands (senior year), and 4 x 400 Relay Point Leader Indoor and Outdoor Track (senior year)…Inducted into the National Honor Society…Achieved honor roll and All-Academic Athlete status. Community Service: Led three Donation Drives for Adoptive and Foster Families Maine, volunteered at The Highlands Senior Assisted Living Community, volunteer Track Coach Mahoney Middle School, volunteered for the Tri 4 a Cure, distributed "Blessing Bags" to the homeless in Portland, Maine, member of Eastpoint Christian Church Fusion Youth Group. Personal: Ava Louise Smart, daughter of Sharon and Scott Smart…Sister to four siblings, Thomas, Kaeli, Sydney, and Jack Smart. |
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Breya Whitman Why Saint Joseph's? I decided to attend Saint Joseph's College because I felt a strong sense of community when I first visited campus. Since SJC is a smaller school, I know I will be in close contact with my professors and coaches. High School: Participated in track & field, soccer, and dance at Edward Little High School…Was the second highest indoor track & field point scorer in 2022, indoor track and field top scoring freshman in 2020, girls indoor track century club 2023, and Maine Indoor Track Century Club 2023…Achieved Highest Honors (2019-2023), Yale Book Award, National Honors Society (2022-2023). Community Service: Volunteered at Auburn Recreational Summer Track, Make a Wish, Winter Kids, Fairview Harvest Fest, and Wallingfords Pumpkin Show. Personal: Breya Mikaela Whitman, daughter of Lisa and Jeffery Whitman…sister to one sibling, Brendan Whitman. |
