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Saddleback College Men's Cross Country

Saddleback College (SC) · Mission Viejo, California · Public university

NJCAARegion 2
Graduation rate48%finish within six years
Undergraduates20,764Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty27 : 1students per instructor
Average net price$8,122per year after aid
Coaches

Saddleback College Men's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at Saddleback College who recruit Men's Cross Country, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Saddleback College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NJCAA
Conference
Region 2
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
saddlebackbobcats.com
Academics

Academics

What you'd study and how the school handles admissions.

Popular majors

Accounting Technology/Technician and BookkeepingAdministrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, GeneralAlternative Fuel Vehicle Technology/TechnicianAmerican Sign Language (ASL)Anthropology, GeneralApparel and Textile Marketing ManagementApplied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
Student-to-faculty
27 : 1
Graduation rate
48% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor California residents$1,380
Out-of-state tuition$14,760
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$8,122
Campus

Where it is

Saddleback College in Mission Viejo.

Location
Mission Viejo, California
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
saddleback.edu
Overview

About Saddleback College Men's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Matt Sherman, the Head Coach, leads the Saddleback College Men's Cross Country staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Saddleback College (SC) competes in NJCAA junior college Men's Cross Country as a member of the Region 2. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Saddleback College is a large public school in Mission Viejo, California with 20,764 undergraduates and an average net price of $8,122 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Saddleback College Men's Cross Country

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Matt Sherman, the Head Coach and Ozzie Pina, the Assistant Coach. Saddleback College has 3 coaches for Men's Cross Country, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your 5K or 3-mile PRs and your 1600m and 3200m times in the subject line and first sentences. Junior college coaches look for athletes who want to develop and transfer up.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Matt can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitMention your GPA, test scores and intended major so the coach can check your admission chances.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Saddleback College staff after a week, and again after your next race with updated results.

Email Coach Matt Sherman at Saddleback College from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.

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Questions

Saddleback College Men's Cross Country FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Saddleback College JUCO?

Yes. Saddleback College competes in NJCAA junior college Men's Cross Country, in the Region 2.

Is Saddleback College public or private?

Saddleback College is a public school in Mission Viejo, California.

What conference is Saddleback College Men's Cross Country in?

The Region 2.

Does Saddleback College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Cross Country?

Saddleback College competes in NJCAA junior college, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Saddleback College Men's Cross Country have?

3 coaches, led by Matt Sherman, the Head Coach.

Who is the head coach of Saddleback College Men's Cross Country?

Matt Sherman is the Head Coach.

When can Saddleback College Men's Cross Country coaches contact recruits?

NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.

Can you walk on to Saddleback College Men's Cross Country?

It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.

How much does Saddleback College cost?

In-state tuition is $1,380 and out-of-state tuition is $14,760 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,122.

How do I contact the Saddleback College Men's Cross Country coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified October 2026