Twelve California student-athletes from seven sports earned Academic All-District honors by the College Sports Communicators (CSC) for 2025. Eligible student-athletes must be a sophomore or higher, have a 3.50 GPA or above, and meet sport-specific criteria. Six men and six women from Cal were recognized, showcasing impressive academic and athletic achievements across various sports, including golf, lacrosse, rowing, and water polo.

By the Numbers
  • 12 Cal student-athletes received Academic All-District honors.
  • Each NCAA Division I school is allotted six nominations for both men's and women's categories, totaling 12.
State of Play
  • The Golden Bears showcased a strong academic performance, with athletes spanning multiple sports achieving high GPAs.
  • Fouillet, Young-Gomez, Voorvelt, Ponferrada, Shimizu advanced to the Academic All-America ballot, with results to be announced from July 8-9.
What's Next

The CSC will reveal the At-Large Academic All-America teams in early July, providing further recognition for deserving student-athletes.

Bottom Line

The success of the Golden Bears in academics underlines the importance of balance between sports and studies, emphasizing that high performance in both realms is attainable.