NEW ORLEANS — Xavier University of Louisiana's track and field and cross country programs are raising money online to be used for new uniforms, equipment and travel.
        Supporters can click here to participate in the fundraiser.
        XULA's men and women compete in cross country during the fall, indoor track and field during the winter and outdoor track and field during the spring.
        Some recent highlights of the programs:
        •  Seth Alexander became XULA's first NAIA national champion in track and field when he won the triple jump at the 2023 outdoor meet.
        •  Women's track and field in 2023 won the team title at a conference meet for the sixth consecutive time and the ninth time in 10 attempts.
        •  Yhann Plummer was voted Women's Coach of the Year on the 2023 All-Louisiana collegiate team in track and field.
        •  Lejaune George on Sept. 15 set the XULA men's cross country record for 6,000 meters.