2025 Men's Cross Country Roster
Biography
Pre-Loyola:
A native of Slidell, Louisiana, he graduated from Pope John Paul II High School, where he competed under coach Lisa Merkle... Merkle placed third at the 2024 Cross Country State Championships, was a three-time cross country district champion, and earned four district titles in the 3200m and three in the 1600m... He was named 2025 District Meet MVP and was a three-time state qualifier in track and field.
Personal:
Majoring in pre-law with a minor in philosophy... Born October 27, 2006... Son of Lisa Merkle and Erik Merkle... Enjoys running, jiu-jitsu, swimming, playing video games, and Legos.
