The Misericordia University men's cross country team is picked fifth in the 2026 MAC Pre-Championship Coaches' Poll.

The Cougars earned 208 points. Defending champion Lebanon Valley tops the 18-team field with 287 points, including 16 first place votes.

Misericordia finished third in the MAC a year ago.

MU's top MAC returnee is Ryan Weber who finished sixth last season.

The MAC championship meet is scheduled for Saturday, October 31 at 12:00 pm at Stevenson.