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2025 Men's Cross Country Roster

TeamAU Media
Asa Callow
Khalil Akiky
Tyler Chong

Josh Rittgers

  • Height 5-7
  • Class Junior
  • Hometown Orrville, OH
  • Major Worship Arts

Biography

2024 (Sophomore): Josh ran for AU in his sophomore season, competing in several events.
  • At the CCS Championships, Josh placed 12th overall with a time of 28:46.40.
  • Placed 11th overall at the Spoon Fiercely Faithful Meet.
  • Finished third on the team at the Midway Invitational.
Awards | Asbury Honor Roll

2023 (Freshman): Competed in multiple meets... At the opening meet, Josh scored points for the Eagles, where the team finished fifth overall... During the Nike XC Twilight meet, he set a PR in distance... In Spoon's Fiercely Faithful meet, he had a top-ten finish... At the Appalachian Challenge meet, Josh ran the best time of his life (27:55)... During NCCAA Nationals, he finished 57th overall.
Awards | Asbury Scholar-Athlete, Asbury Honor Roll

Family Members:

  • Josh Rittgers
  • Siblings: Anna and Daniel

Why I chose Asbury:

  • I chose to pursue Asbury to continue my education because of the academic programs that will allow me to serve as a Worship Leader and Media Production professional. I am drawn to a culture that puts God at the center of everything, from academics to athletics.
Career Aspirations/Outreach Involvement:
  • To serve in ministry, either as a Worship Leader or with Media Production.
Favorite Verse/Quote:
  • Matthew 6:25-34

Historical Player Information

  • 2023Freshman

  • 2024Sophomore

  • 2025Junior

    5'7"