The senior cross-country runner, Kyle Shirley from Queen Creek, Arizona, has been honored as a member of the 2023 Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Men's Cross-Country First Team Academic All-Conference. Shirley, with a 4.0 GPA and majoring in General Business, overcame early-season injuries to compete in two meets for the Eagles in the fall, securing his position on the academic team.

Shirley's recognition as part of the Academic All-Conference team showcases his outstanding academic and athletic dedication, setting a commendable example for student-athletes and highlighting the importance of balancing academic and athletic pursuits.

• Shirley has a perfect 4.0 GPA.
• He competed in two meets for the Eagles this fall.

• Kyle Shirley, along with other academic achievers, reinforces the value of academic excellence within collegiate sports.
• The recognition demonstrates the commitment of student-athletes to both their sport and academics.

Shirley's success and recognition may inspire and motivate other student-athletes to prioritize their academic achievements alongside their athletic pursuits.

Kyle Shirley's achievement serves as a testament to the admirable dedication and commitment of student-athletes to excel both academically and athletically, setting a positive example for his peers and future student-athletes.