Wayne State College Players Earn Academic All-District Honors in Volleyball 2023
Four players from Wayne State College volleyball team - seniors Kelsie Cada, Jordan McCormick, Rachel Walker, and junior Taya Beller - were named to the 2023 College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team. They advance to the national ballot for All-America honorees, to be announced on January 9, 2024.
The Academic All-District Team recognition highlights the exceptional performance of student-athletes, honoring their achievements on the court and in the classroom, showcasing the balance between sports and academics.
- Beller carries a 3.72 grade point average majoring in business management and management.
- Cada maintains a 3.92 grade point average majoring in sport management and foods/nutrition with a minor in exercise science.
- McCormick maintains a perfect 4.00 grade point average majoring in K-6 special education.
- Walker holds a 3.95 grade point average majoring in elementary education and sport management.
- The team finished the 2023 season with a record of 31-3, ending ranked fourth in the final AVCA/TARAFLEX Division II Top 25 Coaches Poll.
- They captured a second straight NSIC regular season title with a perfect 18-0 league record and advanced to the NCAA Elite 8 after winning a second NCAA Central Region title.
- The four players advanced to the national ballot for All-America honorees, with results to be announced on January 9, 2024.
- Wayne State College volleyball team finished the season with a 31-3 record, ranked fourth in the final AVCA/TARAFLEX Division II Top 25 Coaches Poll.
The players await the announcement of All-America honorees on January 9, 2024, with potential further recognition for their outstanding performance both on and off the court.
The recognition of these players demonstrates the commitment of Wayne State College to nurturing well-rounded student-athletes, excelling both academically and athletically.
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