Andres Rodriguez from the La Salle men's soccer team was awarded the Atlantic 10 Postgraduate Scholarship, recognizing his excellence in academics and athletics. Rodriguez, a defender from Zaragoza, Spain, holds a standout GPA of 3.913 while double-majoring in business systems analytics and computer science. The scholarship is part of the A-10’s commitment to supporting student-athletes in their postgraduate endeavors, with each of this year’s 14 awardees receiving $3,000.

By the Numbers
  • Rodriguez has played 25 career games, including 8 last season.
  • The average GPA of this year's honorees is 3.816, with Rodriguez achieving 3.913.
Yes, But

The scholarship highlights a trend of academic achievements, particularly among male student-athletes, but contrasts with a slight underrepresentation of female recipients in the honor roll.

State of Play
  • The A-10 has awarded $612,000 to 128 student-athletes through its Postgraduate Scholarship program over the last decade.
  • The program has expanded to include one representative from each A-10 school, emphasizing academic success and community involvement.
What's Next

As Rodriguez pursues postgraduate studies, the A-10 continues to promote its scholarship program, potentially increasing participation from diverse sports and underrepresented groups in future cohorts.

Bottom Line

Rodriguez's recognition underscores the intersection of academic success and athletic achievement, showcasing the perpetual commitment of the Atlantic 10 to fostering excellence among its student-athletes.