Cross Country Welcomes 10 Newcomers For Fall

GREENVILLE, N.C. – With the 2021 cross country season just a few weeks away, head coach Josey Weaver has announced the addition of 10 newcomers to the roster.

The incoming group is comprised of four men and six women.

Jack Dingman | Greensboro, N.C. (Northern Guilford High School)

2021 NCHSAA 3A Outdoor State Champion – 1600m Run

1,600m – 4:13.32
3,200m – 9:19.53
5K (XC) – 15:56.90

Weaver on Dingman: "Jack will come in ready to compete at a high level for the Pirates. He ended his high school career with a state championship in the 1600m run. I believe Jack will have a lot of range from 1600m on the track to the cross-country distances. He will benefit from joining a group of teammates who can train at a high level day in and day out."

Zach Morse | Vienna, Va. (Oakton High School)

2021 VHSL 6A Outdoor State Runner Up – 1600m Run
2021 VHSL 6A Indoor State Champion – 1600m Run

800m – 1:56.80
1,600m – 4:15.29
3,200m – 9:25.58
5K – 15:31.72

Weaver on Morse: "Zach comes in after a terrific senior year. He has progressed every year of his high school career and we expect him to continue his progression at the college level. Zach is a true racer. When it comes to the big-time races, he is not afraid to stick his nose in it."

Alex Sawyer | Virginia Beach, Va. (William & Mary)

2020 VHSL 5A Indoor State Champion – 1600m Run

800m – 1:55.63
1,500m – 3:53.06
3,000m – 8:29.11

Weaver on Sawyer: "Alex comes to us as a transfer from William & Mary. He saw a steady improvement throughout his freshman year, and we are excited to add him to our roster. Alex can race well at a lot of different events and will give our team a lot of flexibility at the conference championships. I am happy to have him in Purple and Gold."

Tyler Sylvia | Kill Devil Hills, N.C. (First Flight High School)

Mile – 4:26.34
3200m – 9:50.39
5K (XC) – 15:16

Weaver on Sylvia: "I believe Tyler has a huge upside once he gets some consistent training under his belt. He is used to the climate we have at ECU and will come in ready to join a very deep group of runners. I would be on the lookout for Tyler in the future."

Paxton Chitty | Wilmington, N.C. (Ashley High School)

1,600m – 5:27.56
3,200m – 11:22.61
5K (XC) – 18:07.11

Weaver on Chitty: "Paxton will be joining a group of ladies who will allow her to develop into the runner she wants to become. I can't wait till she gets to train with her new teammates. I'm excited to watch her develop over the years to come."

Madeline Hill | Waxhaw, N.C. (Cuthbertson High School)

2021 NCHSAA 3A Cross Country State Champion – 5K
2020 NCHSAA 3A Indoor State Runner Up – 1600m Run
2018 NCHSAA 3A Cross Country State Champion – 5K

1,600m – 4:59.71
3,200m – 10:45.21
5K (XC) – 17:50.25

Weaver on Hill: "Madeline comes in ready to add to our depth up front. She has been part of successful teams her entire high school career. I see Madeline fitting in great with our team dynamic. I am expecting her to push her teammates to get better."

Makayla Obremski | Hampstead, N.C. (Topsail High School)

1,600m – 5:06.77
3,200m – 11:25.00
5K (XC) – 18:22.00

Weaver on Obremski: "I am excited for Makayla to be in a program where she can be pushed. Makayla has a lot of natural talent. I am confident that she will come in and give our team some flexibility in many event areas. Watch out for this young Pirate."

Lily Schlossberg | Virginia Beach, Va. (William & Mary)

1,500m – 4:35.69
3,200m – 11:29.52
5K – 18:02.33

Weaver on Schlossberg: "Lily comes in as a transfer from William & Mary. I believe she is just starting to turn into a distance runner who can race well at multiple distances. Lily will benefit from having great teammates to train with. I am excited for her ability to train with a talented group of ladies."

Hailey Yentz | Bristow, Va. (Patriot High School)

2021 VHSL 6A Indoor State Runner Up – 3200m

1,600m – 5:07.08
3,200m – 11:10.19
5K (XC) – 18:45.80

Weaver on Yentz: "Hailey (also known as Lil Yentz) comes in ready to join her sister Lindsay along with all her new teammates. My hands may be full with two Yentz siblings, but I am excited to watch them team up and race in the Purple and Gold. Watch for Hailey to pave her own path here at ECU."

Alyssa Zack | Fogelsville, Pa. (Embry Riddle University)

1,500m – 4:31.94
3,000m – 10:11.80
5K – 18:07.36

Weaver on Zack: "Alyssa transfers in from Embry Riddle in Daytona Beach, Fla. She can race a lot of different events well. I am excited to watch her add quality depth to our cross-country and track teams. Alyssa was looking for a university with girls to train with. She has hit the jackpot with this squad."

Players Mentioned

Paxton Chitty

Jack Dingman

Madeline Hill

Zach Morse

Makayla Obremski

Alex Sawyer

Lily Schlossberg

Tyler Sylvia

Hailey Yentz

Alyssa Zack

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