Christos Alex and Alyssa Giupponi from the North Dakota Fighting Hawks have been named to the 2026 Summit League Tennis All-Academic Team. Their selections highlight both their athletic and academic achievements during the 2025-26 season. To qualify, athletes needed a minimum GPA of 3.30, complete a full academic year, and participate in at least half of the team's competitions. Alex recorded six singles victories and was instrumental in doubles, maintaining a 3.95 GPA in finance. Giupponi achieved 12 singles wins and gained recognition for her 3.39 GPA while majoring in elementary education.

By the Numbers
  • Christos Alex: 3.95 GPA, 6 singles wins, 13 doubles wins.
  • Alyssa Giupponi: 3.39 GPA, 12 singles wins, 8 doubles wins.
State of Play
  • Both players aim to enhance their academic and athletic performance.
  • They contributed significantly to their teams’ appearances in conference title matches.
What's Next

Both Alex and Giupponi will continue to strive for excellence in their final competitions and aim for further academic accolades as they complete their respective degrees.

Bottom Line

The achievements of Christos Alex and Alyssa Giupponi on the Summit League's All-Academic Team underscore the importance of balancing academics with high-level competition, setting a strong example for their peers.