by Michael Irvine (Salish/Kootenai), a senior at Ronan High, has signed a letter of intent to run cross country for the Montana State University-Northern (MSUN) men’s cross-country team beginning fall of 2021.
Michael was a top 15 runner in class A during his senior season and is poised to have a great senior track season too. I’m really excited that Michael has committed to Northern. He spent some time up here with the men’s team and was really a good fit. All the guys wanted him on the team. I know that he has a lot of potential as a runner, but I was also impressed with his character and the way he presented himself. I’m really excited about this young man.
High School Coach, Riley Dennis had this to say about Michael: “It has been quite the journey coaching Michael. Ever since the first middle school practice he has overcome and grown so much on and off the course. Through everything he has persevered and transformed into both a spectacular runner and an outstanding young man. Michael has only scratched the surface of his potential and I have no doubts that he will continue to do amazing things in all aspects of his life. Coach Noelle and I are so very proud and wish him all the best.”
Michael is planning to major in graphic design or business next year.
