2025-26 Track and Field Roster
Caden Ellis
- Class:
- Freshman
- Position:
- Distance
- Height:
- 5-10
- Hometown:
- Winterville, N.C.
- Prev School:
- The Oakwood School
TFRRS Profile
Prep
Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
I visited for CFAW on multiple occasions and loved the Christian community and biblical focus both inside and outside of the classroom. The Convocations felt special, and the students were always friendly and approachable.
Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
I always pray about five minutes before my races, asking for peace, strength, and most of all that I would be used as an instrument for God's bigger plan and that all of my actions would be for His glory alone.
Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My mother has always inspired me to be the best version of myself and to utilize my gifts for Christ, especially in fitness and athletics. She works as a group fitness instructor and uses her job as a platform to share God's work in her life with those around her.
What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
Crossing the line at Running Lane XC Championships in 15:59.6, which was the first time I broke 16 minutes in the 5K. It was also the final cross country race of my high school career.
Prep
- Graduated from The Oakwood School
- Two-time North Carolina 1A cross country individual state champion (2022 and 2024) and runner-up in 2023
- Helped his team win back-to-back state titles in cross country (2023 and 2024)
- Set numerous school records, including a 4:17 1,600, 9:35 3,200 and 15:59 cross country 5K
- Son of David and Lisa Ellis
- Birthday is Sept. 19
- Plans to major in theology and apologetics
Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
I visited for CFAW on multiple occasions and loved the Christian community and biblical focus both inside and outside of the classroom. The Convocations felt special, and the students were always friendly and approachable.
Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
I always pray about five minutes before my races, asking for peace, strength, and most of all that I would be used as an instrument for God's bigger plan and that all of my actions would be for His glory alone.
Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My mother has always inspired me to be the best version of myself and to utilize my gifts for Christ, especially in fitness and athletics. She works as a group fitness instructor and uses her job as a platform to share God's work in her life with those around her.
What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
Crossing the line at Running Lane XC Championships in 15:59.6, which was the first time I broke 16 minutes in the 5K. It was also the final cross country race of my high school career.
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Wednesday, September 17
Emma Unger: Every Step of the Way
Wednesday, May 14
Follow the Leader: Lance Bingham
Tuesday, May 13
Beau Backes: Following God's Calling in Two Worlds
Friday, May 02
