Four Black Hills State University Football Team Members Named to RMAC All-Academic First Team

Four members of the Black Hills State University Football team were named to the RMAC All-Academic First Team, while 19 other Yellow Jackets received conference recognition. Running back Nolan Susel earned Academic First Team recognition alongside offensive linemen Troy Mittelstedter, Noah Nnabuo, and Cameron Reiman. 19 other Yellow Jackets were named to the All-Academic Honor Roll.

This recognition highlights the academic achievements of these student-athletes and underscores the commitment to both sports and academics at Black Hills State University. It demonstrates the importance of balancing athletic success with educational excellence.

Recognizing student-athletes for their academic excellence is a way to promote the importance of education and emphasize the well-rounded development of individuals. It also showcases the dedication and hard work required to excel both on and off the field.

• Nolan Susel has a 3.86 GPA across the Applied Management, Business Administration, and Criminal Justice programs.
• Troy Mittelstedter has a 3.83 GPA in the Applied Management and Business Administration programs.
• Noah Nnabuo has a 4.0 GPA in the Biology and Integrative Genomics program.
• Cameron Reiman has a 4.00 GPA in the Accounting, Applied Management, and Business Administration programs.
• 19 other Yellow Jackets were named to the All-Academic Honor Roll.

• Nolan Susel was an All-RMAC Second Team selection and ranked second in the RMAC for rushing yardage during the regular season.
• The BHSU offense finished the regular season ranked 48th in the nation in scoring, averaging 30.5 points per game.
• The Yellow Jackets' offense ranked 32nd nationally in total offense, averaging 412.4 yards per game.
• The team's passing offense ranked 23rd in Division-II Football with 252.8 yards per game.
• The Yellow Jackets' offensive line played a crucial role in the team's success, helping the offense rank among the top-50 in total yards and scoring offense.

The recognition of these student-athletes as part of the RMAC All-Academic First Team highlights the commitment to excellence in both academics and athletics at Black Hills State University. It serves as an inspiration for student-athletes to strive for success in all aspects of their lives.