Four members of KU Women’s Basketball, Leila Hurley, Shannon Remolde, Olivia Smelas, and Zara Zerman, were honored with the 2023-24 College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team for their combined excellence in academics and on-court performance.

By the Numbers
  • Hurley, a sophomore, maintained a 3.82 GPA and averaged 7.3 points per game.
  • Remolde, a junior with a 3.98 GPA, recorded 40 steals and 42 assists while maintaining a strong defensive presence.
  • Smelas, also a sophomore, boasted a 3.65 GPA and led the team in rebounds, steals, blocks, and finished second in assists.
  • Zerman, a senior with a 3.96 GPA, contributed significantly with 9.2 points per game and led the team in assists and added 33 steals.
State of Play
  • The team members have been recognized for their exceptional performance both on and off the court, setting a high standard for student-athletes.
  • They are now being considered for advancement to the CSC Academic All-America ballot, which can lead to further prestigious honors.
What's Next

The honorees could potentially be named as first-, second-, or third-team Academic All-America honorees in early April, based on their exceptional achievements.

Bottom Line

These student-athletes from KU Women’s Basketball stand as shining examples of excellence, both academically and athletically, representing the high standards set by the program.