Athens Academy traditionally fields a successful cross country program with excellent participation paired with frequent region and state recognition.  The emphasis is for participation and development of enhanced endurance while striving for personal best results.  A large reason for success has been a result of so many athletes achieving their personal best times at the end of the season.

State Champion: 2012, 2022

State Runner-Up: 2002, 2004, 2023

3rd in State: 2000, 2003

4th in State: 1973, 2001, 2005, 2006, 2011, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2025

Region/Area Champion: 1982, 1993, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2011, 2012, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Region/Area Runner-Up: 1973, 1983, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1994, 2005, 2006, 2009, 2015, 2016, 2017