Colton Sands on leading a young UNC team at nationals, how to navigate going from a State Champion to the bottom of the NCAA, goals for the indoor season and more

Colton Sands just led the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill at Cross country nationals and then ran a personal best of 13:17 in the 5k.

Colton has been the model of growth and a successful progression throughout his time in the NCAA. He finished 229th at cross country nationals in 2023 and finished 42nd this past November. He’s made multiple appearances on the national stage and holds a personal best of 7:39 in the 3k.

Tune into my interview with Colton Sands to hear all about his time at UNC and how he’s developed as an athlete and as a person.

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