Virginia Union University's Micah Kipruto has been named the Men's Cross-Country Runner of the Year by HBCU Sports, it was announced on July 27.

Kipruto, a senior from Lessos, Kenya, was the individual champion at the 2023 CIAA Cross-Country Championships and led VUU to a second-place team finish.

"I am very proud of Micah Kipruto, who has made a significant impact on our Cross Country and Track and Field program since arriving at Virginia Union University," said VUU Head Cross-Country Coach Franck Charles.  "Micah's exceptional talent and hard work have set a high standard, and I believe he will soon be inducted into our Hall of Fame. It will be challenging to find another talent like Micah, and we truly appreciate all he has accomplished."