Fourteen student-athletes from the University of the Pacific were honored by the Mountain Pacific Sports Federation (MPSF) for their academic achievements, making the All-Academic Teams. This year's recognition includes an equal number of male and female swimmers and divers, showcasing a strong academic performance alongside their athletics. This marks a notable achievement, reflecting the successful academic culture promoted by head coach Katelyne Herrington. The selected athletes had to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher, complete a full year at the institution, and compete in a significant portion of their team's events. Pacific has consistently seen commendable representation on the All-Academic Team, following past years with 20 in 2020 and 19 in 2023.

By the Numbers
  • 14 Pacific student-athletes named to the MPSF All-Academic Teams.
  • 3.0 or better GPA required for selection to the All-Academic Team.
State of Play
  • This year, the team includes seven men and seven women.
  • The recognition highlights the balance between academic and athletic commitment by the student-athletes.
What's Next

As the Pacific Tigers continue to excel academically, they look to increase their competitive edge in future MPSF events while maintaining their academic standards. Upcoming seasons may produce even more honorees if the trend continues.

Bottom Line

The impressive performance of 14 student-athletes on the MPSF All-Academic Teams underscores the commitment of Pacific's swim and dive program to academic excellence, reinforcing the importance of balancing sports with education.