Western Colorado University's football team has excelled academically, placing 31 players on the Colorado Scholar-Athlete Team. Of these, 21 players secured first-team honors, while 10 received Honorable Mention recognition. Standouts include Ricky Freymond, a finalist for the CC/NFF Scholar-Athlete of the Year, with a 3.56 GPA in business administration, and Aidan Achtziger with a 3.40 GPA in computer science. Notably, the team comprises high-achieving students across various academic disciplines.

By the Numbers
  • 21 Mountaineers earned first-team honors
  • 10 players received Honorable Mention recognition
  • Record 291 student-athletes from 10 football-playing colleges in Colorado named to the Academic All-Colorado team
State of Play
  • Western Colorado University football team demonstrated excellence both on the field and in the classroom
  • The team's commitment to academic success is evident through the large number of players recognized for their scholarly achievements
  • This achievement reflects a culture of academic excellence within the football program
Bottom Line

The Western Colorado University football team's strong representation on the Colorado Scholar-Athlete Team highlights their dedication to both athletic and academic success, demonstrating a well-rounded approach to collegiate sports.