The North Central College football program achieves a single-season record with eight selections to the College Sports Communicators (CSC) NCAA Division III Academic All-District Team, acknowledging their academic and athletic achievements. The honorees include BJ Adamchik, Luke Lehnen, Jeske Maples, Jacob Paradee, Bobby Behmer, James Hart, Myron Lewis, and Danny Nuccio, meeting the criteria of a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 and at least sophomore academic and athletic standing.

Why It Matters

The recognition reflects the football program's commitment to both academic excellence and athletic success, highlighting the multifaceted abilities of the student-athletes and emphasizing the importance of balancing sports and academics.

By the Numbers
  • BJ Adamchik led the team in tackles with 92 and received First Team All-CCIW accolades.
  • Luke Lehnen set a new NCAA Division III single-season record for passing efficiency, completing 73.3% of his passes for 3,407 yards and 48 touchdowns.
  • Jeske Maples earned CCIW Offensive Lineman of the Year honors and claimed First Team All-America status from D3football.com.
  • The Cardinals finished the 2023 season with a 14-1 overall record, winning their third consecutive CCIW championship and advancing to the national championship game.
State of Play
  • North Central and Carroll University each had the maximum of eight nominations, reflecting the high academic and athletic standards of these programs.
  • The CSC Academic All-America Teams will be announced on Tuesday, Jan. 23, indicating a forthcoming recognition of the top student-athletes in the nation.
Bottom Line

The North Central College football program's record eight selections to the CSC NCAA Division III Academic All-District Team underscore the team's commitment to excellence both on the field and in the classroom, showcasing the exceptional talents of the student-athletes.