PROGRAM INFO
Average roster size15
↳ Freshmen5
↳ # Recruits (est.)
3
Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
Average roster size19
↳ Freshmen5
↳ # Recruits (est.)
3-4
Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
Average roster size22
↳ Freshmen8
↳ # Recruits (est.)
5
Associate Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Head Coach
Assistant Coach
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Average roster size25
↳ Freshmen7
↳ # Recruits (est.)
4-5
Associate Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Head Coach
Assistant Coach
Strength & Conditioning Coach
| Event | Recruit | Walk On | Tryout |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K XC | 15:48 | 16:17 | 16:49 |
| 3200m | 9:21 | 9:28 | 9:36 |
| 1600m | 4:17 | 4:21 | 4:26 |
| 800m | 1:53 | 1:56 | 1:59 |
| 400m | 49.82 | 50.53 | 52.11 |
| 300m H | 42.40 | 43.11 | 44.70 |
| 200m | 22.10 | 22.61 | 22.72 |
| 110m H | 15.76 | 15.98 | 16.14 |
| 100m | 10.93 | 11.08 | 11.23 |
| Discus | 156' 8" | 147' 10" | 138' 3" |
| High Jump | 6' 5" | 6' 1" | 6' 0" |
| Javelin | 177' 8" | 166' 11" | 157' 9" |
| Long Jump | 21' 7" | 20' 4" | 19' 6" |
| Pole Vault | 15' 4" | 14' 6" | 13' 5" |
| Shot Put | 52' 2" | 48' 5" | 46' 1" |
| Triple Jump | 45' 5" | 43' 10" | 43' 2" |
Estimated using data from current and recent American athletes. May not be representative of the performances required to secure an athletic scholarship, admission offer or roster spot. Be sure to contact coaches for official information.
| Event | Recruit | Walk On | Tryout |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5K XC | 18:46 | 19:37 | 20:30 |
| 3200m | 11:05 | 11:18 | 11:25 |
| 1600m | 5:10 | 5:17 | 5:30 |
| 800m | 2:15 | 2:18 | 2:22 |
| 400m | 57.60 | 59.16 | 1:01 |
| 300m H | 49.42 | 50.14 | 51.16 |
| 200m | 25.07 | 25.70 | 26.22 |
| 100m | 12.13 | 12.43 | 12.59 |
| 100m H | 15.07 | 15.59 | 15.94 |
| Discus | 128' 8" | 118' 7" | 108' 4" |
| High Jump | 5' 4" | 5' 2" | 5' 0" |
| Javelin | 121' 11" | 110' 10" | 101' 10" |
| Long Jump | 17' 7" | 16' 10" | 16' 5" |
| Pole Vault | 11' 8" | 11' 3" | 10' 6" |
| Shot Put | 40' 3" | 36' 11" | 34' 0" |
| Triple Jump | 37' 7" | 36' 4" | 35' 8" |
Estimated using data from current and recent American athletes. May not be representative of the performances required to secure an athletic scholarship, admission offer or roster spot. Be sure to contact coaches for official information.
PROGRAM INFO
Average roster size15
↳ Freshmen5
↳ # Recruits (est.)
3
Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
Average roster size19
↳ Freshmen5
↳ # Recruits (est.)
3-4
Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Assistant Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Assistant Coach
Assistant Coach
Average roster size22
↳ Freshmen8
↳ # Recruits (est.)
5
Associate Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Head Coach
Assistant Coach
Strength & Conditioning Coach
Average roster size25
↳ Freshmen7
↳ # Recruits (est.)
4-5
Associate Head Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
Head Coach
Assistant Coach
Strength & Conditioning Coach
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SCOUTING REPORT
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY
Last updated: July 22, 2026
Overview
American is operating as a distance-led Patriot League program, with its clearest competitive identity on the men’s side and a more developmental women’s side that still leans toward endurance events. Its recruiting profile shows the Eagles are pursuing solid-to-strong Division I distance talent, especially for the men, while using broader admissions and roster flexibility in the women’s sprint and middle-distance areas to raise conference scoring depth. Across cross country and track, American is building around athletes who can contribute in cross country, 800 meters, 1500 meters, 3000 meters, and 5000 meters while selectively adding speed pieces that can improve team balance.
Men's Program Pro
American’s men have established distance as the program’s engine, with cross country trending upward in the Patriot League and track showing dependable conference value in distance events even when the overall team remains middle-to-lower in the standings. The upcoming loss of a high-impact cross country distance runner makes the men’s distance pipeline an immediate priority, so American is actively seeking accomplished 800/1500/3000/5000 athletes who can score in the league and strengthen both cross country and track; sprint recruiting remains secondary and is focused more on adding depth than reshaping the program.
Women's Program Pro
American’s women are still searching for a stronger conference foothold, but the program’s best path forward is through distance and middle distance, where its recruiting approach is more defined than in the pure sprint events. With upcoming turnover in women’s cross country removing meaningful experience, American is reloading its endurance group with recruits who can help in cross country and transition into the 800 meters, 1500 meters, 3000 meters, and 5000 meters, while also continuing to add 100/200/400 depth to lift the track team’s weekly scoring base.
Current Recruiting Outlook Pro
Right now, American is prioritizing men’s distance recruits most aggressively, especially runners with proven cross country strength and track range from 800 meters through 5000 meters who can preserve its standing near the top half of the Patriot League. On the women’s side, it is targeting versatile distance recruits to stabilize cross country and expand track scoring, while also bringing in developmental sprinters and 400-oriented athletes to improve overall team balance. Overall, American is recruiting for immediate distance impact first and complementary sprint depth second.