Women's Cross Country Picked Third in Pre-Season Poll

The Newbury College women's cross country team was picked to place third by the eight New England Collegiate Conference (NECC) head coaches. Last season's team champion, Lesley University was unanimously chosen to defend their title with eight first place votes for 64 total points.

Wheelock placed second followed by Newbury, Elms, Mitchell, Southern Vermont, Daniel Webster and Bay Path.

2011 NECC Women's Cross Country Poll

1. Lesley - 64 (8)

2. Wheelock - 51

3. Newbury - 41

4. Elms - 39

5. Mitchell - 35

6. Southern Vermont - 25

7. Daniel Webster - 17

8. Bay Path - 16