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November 7, 2007 New Orleans, LA – John Riak has added yet another honor to this year’s string of accomplishments. Riak has been selected as the West Region Men’s Cross Country Athlete of the Year by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association. So far this season Riak has posted five victories including the GNAC Championship and most recently the West Regional title, extending his GNAC career victory record to 12. He was also named as GNAC Men’s Cross Country Athlete-of-the-Year for his efforts. “John's work ethic and dedication to this sport, and his sportsmanship towards his fellow competitors and team members make him a very worthy recipient of this award,” said head coach Julie Sullivan. “Always ready, always willing, never any excuses, he loves to run and he loves to win. John's tenacity to learn has brought him a long way, and will take him further in his sporting career.” Riak is gearing up to take part in the DII Cross Country National Championship Meet set for November 20, in Joplin, MO.
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