Men's Cross Country Announces 2025 Recruiting Class

The Temple University men's cross country program is set to take a big step forward with the addition of eight new student-athletes to the roster for the 2025 season. "The class includes six freshmen and two transfers from six different states, along with an international addition from France," said Coach Riley Buchholz. "This diverse group of athletes brings a mix of talents, providing a strong foundation for the team's growth and success in the years to come." The 2025 class features state champions, record holders, academic award winners, and athletes who have competed at national meets.

Meet the 2025 Recruiting Class

Noé Sengel | Grad Transfer | Alsace, France

High School: Lycée JJH – France
PRs: 5K Road – 14:27 | 1500m – 3:51.59 (Indoor: 3:56.12) | 800m – 1:53.47 (Outdoor)
Quote: I chose Temple because it felt like the perfect balance between strong academics and a competitive athletic environment. From the moment I connected with the coaching staff and saw the team's energy, I knew it was a place where I could grow—both as an athlete and a student.
Coach's quote: Noé is an extremely hard-working and motivated young man. I know he is going to bring a ton of value to this program.

Naasir Bakari | Freshman | Germantown, Md.

High School: Northwest High School
PRs: 800m – 1:55.69 | 1600m – 4:19.83 | 3200m – 9:40.07 | 2000m Steeplechase – 6:19.48 | 5000m – 16:12.00
Honors: 2x County Champion, 2024 XC All-Met Honorable Mention
Records: School records in 3000m, 2000m Steeplechase; member of school-record Sprint Medley Relay and 4x800m relay teams
Quote: I chose Temple because when visiting, I loved the camaraderie and team atmosphere. Temple also has a strong academic reputation with a big social sciences program that I think will help me in my future career.
Coach's quote: This young man has extremely high goals, and I know he is going to have an amazing running career as an Owl. I wouldn't be surprised if he becomes an All-American by the time he is done with his running career

Xavier May | Freshman | Chelmsford, Mass.

High School: Chelmsford High School
PRs: XC 5K – 15:53
Indoor: Mile – 4:34 | 2 Mile – 9:45 | 800m – 2:02
Outdoor: Mile – 4:31 | 2 Mile – 9:39 | 800m – 1:59.43
Honors: 3x Team MVP, 4x First Team All-Conference, 3x Second Team All-Conference, 2x Lowell Sun Conference XC/Track All-Star, John Carson Memorial Award Winner
Academics: National Honor Society, World Language Honor Society, Boston Globe All-Scholastic Honorable Mention
Quote: I chose Temple because of the Fly in 4 programs, the Direct Entry to the master's Program in Athletic Training, and the university's reputation in Public Health. Athletically, I chose Temple because the team's strength, chemistry, culture, and dedication to succeeding on and off the grass are unmatched. In addition, the leadership set by the coaching staff and captains will undoubtedly help set my teammates and me up for success.
Coach's quote: Xavier is a natural-born leader, and I am excited to have him as a part of this committed class. He will help lead this team to success in the future.

Dylan Saber | Freshman | Williamstown, N.J.

High School: Williamstown High School
PRs: XC 5K – 15:48 (16:14 at State Course)
Track: 400m – 52.30 | 800m – 1:57 (1:56 relay split) | 1600m – 4:23 | 3200m – 9:33
Honors: 6x First Team All-Conference, 4x Second Team All-Conference, All-South Jersey, 3x All-Area Team, 6x All-Gloucester County, Third Team All-State, Team MVP, Coaches Award recipient, 12-time Varsity Letterwinner
Academics: Principal's List, Honor Roll, NJSIAA Scholar-Athlete Award recipient
Records: Member of school-record 4x800m relay team
Quote: I chose Temple because it had everything I was looking for in my academics. Fox is a renowned business school, and the goals they set for the students matched mine in every way. Athletically, I chose Temple because the second my family and I stepped on campus, the coaching staff made us feel like we were already a part of the family they built. The team was another thing that pushed me to commit. The brotherhood really stood out on my visits. I can't wait to be a part of the team and Temple community very soon!
Coach's quote: Dylan is an extremely motivated and determined young man, and I think he is going to help this program in more ways than one.

Myles Munro | Freshman | Seaford, N.Y.

High School: Seaford High School
PRs: XC 4K – 12:41 | 5K – 15:44
Indoor: 600m – 1:29 | 1600m – 4:24 | 3200m – 9:38
Outdoor: 1600m – 4:22 | 3200m – 9:36 | 3000m Steeplechase – 9:30
Honors: All-County (XC, Indoor Track & Field, Outdoor Track & Field), All-State (XC, Outdoor Track & Field), All-Federation (Outdoor Track & Field)
Academics: Honor Roll
Records: School records in 3K Steeplechase, XC 5K, XC 4K
Quote: My first reason was because of the reputation of the business school; I only ever hear great things, and I'm super excited to be joining the Fox School of Business. Next, and truthfully, my biggest reason was because of the opportunity I'm being given to continue the sport I love at the collegiate level by Coach Buchholz and Coach Griffin. I truly feel so welcomed coming to Temple!
Coach's quote: Myles is going to help this team because of the determination he brings to everything in his life. He does not let any setback determine his success, and his future is extremely bright with that sort of mindset.

Charles Rizek | Freshman | Columbus, Ohio

High School: St. Francis DeSales
PRs: XC 5K – 15:30
Indoor: 1600m – 4:29 | 3200m – 9:33
Outdoor: 1600m – 4:21.01 | 3200m – 9:20 | 5000m – 15:27
Honors: 3x First Team All-Conference (XC) – 2021, 2023, 2024; First Team All-Conference (1600m) – 2024, 2025; Second Team All-Conference (3200m) – 2022; Conference Champion – 3200m (2024, 2025), 4x800m (2023, 2024), XC (2025); First Team All-Region (Track) – 2025; DII and DI State Qualifier (XC, Track)
Academics: Honor Roll (2021–2025), National Honor Society (2024–2025)
Quote: I chose Temple because of its great reputation in Public Health, along with the strong team culture, training, coaching staff, and goals I learned about on my visit.
Coach's quote: Charles comes from one of the most competitive states in running. The competitive mindset and work ethic are going to help fuel this team for greatness.

Aiden Maue | Transfer | Schwenksville, Pa

High School: Souderton Area High School
PRs: XC 5K – 15:16
Outdoor: 800m – 1:55.47 | 1600m – 4:14.69 | 3200m – 9:09.9
Honors: All-State Second Teams in track and XC (HS), All-American indoor Nike nationals DMR, AAC indoor track and field champions
Quote: I chose Temple because of the engineering program as well as the culture the team has. I want to be a part of a program that has ambitious goals and pushes each other to get better.
Coach's quote: Aiden is joining us as a transfer, and I couldn't be more blessed that he chose us as his new team. This young man is going to have a phenomenal career with us. He is one of the most determined people I have ever met.

Kasem Kaheal | Freshman | Centerville, Ohio

High School: Centerville High School
PRs: XC 5K – 15:05
Outdoor: 800m – 1:58.96 | 1600m – 4:17.29 | 3200m – 9:08.45
Honors: All-State XC 2023 and 2024, All-State Track (4x800) 2025, First Team Conference XC 2023 and 2024, Second Team Conference 2022, First Team Conference Track 2024, 3200m Second Team 2024
Academics: Graduated cum laude; Academic All-State XC 2024; Academic All-State Track (2024, 2025)
Quote: They gave me a chance.
Coach's quote: Kasem is going to have an immediate impact on this program. I expect that he will be a part of our top seven this year and compete at the conference and regional meet as a freshman!

Temple University Athletics

Men's Cross Country Announces 2025 Recruiting Class

Players Mentioned

Naasir Bakari

Kasem Kaheal

Aiden Maue

Xavier May

Myles Munro

Charles Rizek

Dylan Saber

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