The Muhlenberg cross country and track and field programs have added 22 total newcomers to their rosters for the upcoming season, head coach Amy Filanowski announced today.

"We're excited about what this class brings to our program," Filanowski said of the group.  "They add depth and talent to every event area, and we think they'll make an immediate impact while helping continue the momentum we've built over the last few years."

Of the 22, 13 will compete on the men's side. Of those 13, six have expressed interest in participating on the men's cross country team, 12 have experience on the track, and one looks to make their mark on the field.

Of the nine on the women's side, three will look to join the cross country team. Seven of those nine are experienced in track events and five will take their talents to the field (a few will participate in both). The class features four who enter as two-sport athletes: Jahmir Brown (Football), Xavier Brown (football), Kendrick Sympson (football), and Sarah Sabo (field hockey).

To give each newcomer their own shine, we've broken the cross country and track and field newcomer stories into two parts. Part two will go live in August right here on muhlenbergsports.com.
     About Bell: Bell was a true three-sport athlete in high school, splitting time between track and field, field hockey, and basketball while captaining the first two. She holds the second-best marks in Sacred Heart Academy history in the high jump and the 300m hurdles and was named the team's MVP as a senior. In 2025, she was part of a quartet that placed third in the girls 4x400m relay at the PIAA District 1 AA Championship meet.
Why Muhlenberg?: "I picked Muhlenberg College because it just felt like the right fit for me, both for my studies and who I am! The community is super friendly, and I really like that the classes are small enough to get to know everyone, including the professors. Walking around campus, I could genuinely see myself fitting in. Muhlenberg has everything I wanted, from challenging classes, tons of ways to get involved, and a welcoming atmosphere. It felt like the perfect place where I could grow and belong!"
  About Cardona: Another captain of her school's track and field teams, Cardona participated as a sprinter and a jumper while at Princeton Day School. She was also a midfielder for the school's soccer team.
Why Muhlenberg?: "(For) the environment and my admitted students event."
  About Clark: Clark showed off his blazing speed throughout high school, becoming a district champion and competing at the state and national championships en route to earning a top-200 ranking among all high school sprinters in the country. His personal bests include a 10.92 in the 100m, a 22.11 in the 200m, and a 50.7 in the 400m.
Why Muhlenberg?: "I chose Muhlenberg for the strong academics, and to remain close to family and friends while continuing my academic studies."
  About Dinka: In addition to lettering as an upperclassman on the cross country and track and field teams, Dinka was a four-year letterwinner in the pool.  He earned most improved in cross country in 2024. Outside of athletics, Dinka spent time as member of the National Honors Society, CB West's concert choir, and the Key Club. His future plans include becoming a research scientist.
Why Muhlenberg?: "I was really impressed with the college and facilities during my first visit, and it only grew from there! The more I looked into all that Muhlenberg had to offer academically, athletically, and socially, the more I wanted to go there. It was the best fit out of all the other schools I was offered admission to. I felt in my heart that Muhlenberg was the perfect size, curriculum, environment, and close to home. I'm looking forward to becoming "MULE BUSY" academically, athletically, and socially; I can't wait to start my freshman fall semester!"
  About Grazio: Grazio was one of the best in the state both academically and athletically during her high school career. She twice medaled at the PIAA State Championships in the high jump and took down the Crestwood school record at five-foot-seven-inches. On the academic side, Grazio took home first place in the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science states meet among other academic honors. Her future plans include majoring in biochemistry on a premedical before completing medical school and specializing in internal medicine with a sub-specialization in medical microbiology.
Why Muhlenberg?: "I chose Muhlenberg because I believe the pre-medical program is second to none in its ability to prepare me for and ensure my acceptance to medical school. I was also enticed by the offer to join a reputable and supportive track and field team."
  About Lowenstein: Lowenstein nabbed a varsity letter on The King School's cross country team.  She's the only member of the class who hails from Connecticut, and one of six newcomers from outside of Pennsylvania.
Why Muhlenberg?: "I wanted to go to a school that had a tight knit community and a Jewish community. I am looking forward to building a relationship with my teachers and getting the support I need. I am excited to be become involved and an active member in the community."
  About Makarov: Makarov was a member of the cross country and Winter/Spring track teams during his senior season at CB West. He earned most improved during his lone cross country campaign for lowering his 5K time by over eight minutes . On the track, Makarov focused mainly on the 1600m, recording a 5:12. His future plans include going to law school and becoming a lawyer.
Why Muhlenberg?: "When I visited the campus, everyone was so nice and it felt like a family. The campus is close to home, they have really good food, and have a good acceptance rate into law school."
  About Pantalone: Pantalone was a captain and four-year letterwinner for both the cross country and Spring/Winter track and field teams at Pennridge High School. For cross country, his personal best was a 17:16 in the 5k. On the track, Pantalone's bests for the 1600m and 3200m were 4:38 and 10:04, respectively.
Why Muhlenberg?: "This college works well for my major and my athletics."
  About Possible: Possible specialized as a sprinter during his time at The Masters School and finished among the top 100m competitors in New York State among independent schools. He finished third in the 100m at the Fairchester Athletic Association (FAA) Championships and second at the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) Championships.
Why Muhlenberg?: "I chose Muhlenberg because of its community and opportunities to explore my interests, helping me develop into the person I want to become."
  About Rofaiel: Like others on this list, Rofaiel could just about run to Muhlenberg when he begins his first semester as a Mule. The Allentown native totaled seven letters while doing mostly distance running between cross country and track and field while in high school. In cross country, Rofaiel competed in the 2A district finals as an upperclassman and made it to the state meet as a junior. On the track, he participated in the 1600m, 3200m, and 4x800m, making it to the district finals thrice in the 3200m and once in the 4x800m.
Why Muhlenberg?: "Muhlenberg has everything I need to build a successful career in medicine, and it also allows me to continue my athletic career."
  About Schweitzer: Schweitzer was the captain of three teams at Notre Dame Green Pond High School: track and field, cross country, and Basketball. She twice medaled at states in the high jump after taking home the league and district championships. Schweitzer also medaled at states twice in cross country (as part of a PA State Championship-winning squad) and owns a three-mile best time of 19:02. Her father, Michael, played football at Muhlenberg and is a member of the Class of 1990.
Why Muhlenberg?: "I chose Muhlenberg for a high quality education with a great campus."
 
 
Stay tuned to muhlenbergsports.com and our social media channels throughout the summer to learn about all of the newest Mules!