2020 Cross Country Roster
Roster
Medicis, Zachary

Zachary Medicis
- Class:
- Freshman
- Hometown:
- Syracuse, N.Y.
- High School:
- Christian Brothers Academy
- Major:
- Mechanical Engineering
Bio
COLLEGE CAREER BESTS:
3000m: 9:03.42
5000m: 16:15.51
XC 8k 27:31.8
COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
2020 - 2021: Competed in 4 outdoor meets for the Bulls.
2021 - 2022: Ran personal best in 8k XC (27:31.8) at Paul Short Run, Ran 5000m PR at the Geneseo Early Season Invite of 16:15.51
2022 - 2023: Competed at the Canisius XC Alumni Classic.
BEFORE COMING TO UB:
High School Bests: 1600m/4:32.64, 3200m/10:47.20
High School Highlights: Eight-time Section 3 Class C Champion, two-time Class C NYS medalist
PERSONAL……
Has twin sisters, Julia and Emily. He is inspired by his family, teammates, and friends. Favorite athlete is Michael Jordan - The GOAT. Enjoys fishing, soccer, football, any sports! Most favorite food is Fried Ice Cream - it's great to eat, but then you feel terrible afterwards! A random Fun Fact: Middle name is spelled, "Joseph" but pronounced, "Danger." Why Zachary chose UB: Chose UB for the academics, athletic programs, and running for Coach Witzleben
3000m: 9:03.42
5000m: 16:15.51
XC 8k 27:31.8
COLLEGE HIGHLIGHTS:
2020 - 2021: Competed in 4 outdoor meets for the Bulls.
2021 - 2022: Ran personal best in 8k XC (27:31.8) at Paul Short Run, Ran 5000m PR at the Geneseo Early Season Invite of 16:15.51
2022 - 2023: Competed at the Canisius XC Alumni Classic.
BEFORE COMING TO UB:
High School Bests: 1600m/4:32.64, 3200m/10:47.20
High School Highlights: Eight-time Section 3 Class C Champion, two-time Class C NYS medalist
PERSONAL……
Has twin sisters, Julia and Emily. He is inspired by his family, teammates, and friends. Favorite athlete is Michael Jordan - The GOAT. Enjoys fishing, soccer, football, any sports! Most favorite food is Fried Ice Cream - it's great to eat, but then you feel terrible afterwards! A random Fun Fact: Middle name is spelled, "Joseph" but pronounced, "Danger." Why Zachary chose UB: Chose UB for the academics, athletic programs, and running for Coach Witzleben
Brittany Murchie Mulla Sports Performance Center Grand Opening
Tuesday, October 15
Coaches vs. Players: Track & Field
Friday, June 14
Take a look back at the UB Alumni Invite!
Thursday, April 25
Brandon Burke 2021 NCAA Preview
Friday, June 04