Charlie first hit the radar as a young distance talent out of Brisbane, Queensland, making a name for himself in the Australian junior ranks before taking his talents to the United States collegiate system.

Since arriving at Villanova University in early 2025, he has quickly established himself as a force in the highly competitive NCAA circuit. He recently led the Wildcats' cross country lineup, earning All-BIG EAST and Mid-Atlantic All-Region honors while qualifying individually for the 2025 NCAA Division I Cross Country Championships. On the track, he boasts impressive personal bests, including a sub-8-minute 3000m (7:59.53) and a blisteringly fast 13:48.94 in the 5000m.

If you’re a fan of watching Australian athletes thrive in the high-stakes US college system and love tracking the gritty progression of NCAA distance running, Charlie is definitely worth following on Instagram.