Crandall University Athletics is proud to announce that several of its teams and student-athletes have been named finalists for Athletics New Brunswick’s Annual Awards, recognizing excellence and achievement across the province.

The 2024 Crandall University Men’s Cross Country team has been selected as a finalist for the Team of the Year Award following an outstanding 2024 season that was highlighted by a high performance at the CCAA Cross Country Championships. The team’s success reflects months of dedication, consistency, and competitive excellence on the national stage.

Individually, Luke Purdy has earned finalist recognition in two award categories. He has been named a finalist for the 18+ Male Cross Country Athlete of the Year Award after an exceptional 2024 cross country season, where he consistently demonstrated leadership, resilience, and elite performance. Purdy has also been recognized as a finalist for the Open Male Track and Field Athlete of the Year Award for the 2025 season, highlighting his continued success and versatility across disciplines.

Award winners will be announced at the Athletics New Brunswick Awards Gala, which will take place in Saint John on January 31. The Crandall University community congratulates all finalists and celebrates their dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence both on and off the course.