Five members of the Montevallo Falcons softball team have been recognized on the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Division II Softball Academic All-District team. Taylor Lloyd and Bentlee Stiner received honors for the third consecutive year, both excelling academically and athletically. Mya Young, Emma Hawkins, and Kinsley Byrd earned this recognition for the first time, showcasing their impressive GPAs while contributing significantly to the team's success on the field this season.

By the Numbers
  • Taylor Lloyd: 3.91 undergraduate GPA, currently pursuing a Master's with a 4.00 GPA.
  • Bentlee Stiner: 4.00 GPA in Master's program, ranked top-15 in GSC for RBIs, runs, and triples.
  • Mya Young: 3.81 GPA, contributed 11.2 scoreless innings against top-ranked teams.
  • Emma Hawkins: 4.00 GPA, tied for 1st in GSC for sacrifice bunts (12).
  • Kinsley Byrd: 3.82 GPA, ranked top-15 in GSC in wins and ERA.
Yes, But

Despite their academic successes, recent performance metrics suggest areas for improvement in team cohesion during competitive play, which could impact future recognition and standings.

State of Play
  • The Falcons have had a strong academic showing with five players earning All-District honors.
  • Each honoree made significant contributions to team performance, indicating a blend of academic excellence and athletic capability.
What's Next

With these honors, the players are likely to continue their academic and athletic pursuits, potentially impacting recruitment and overall team performance in future seasons.

Bottom Line

The achievement of five Falcons on the CSC All-District team highlights the successful balance of academics and athletics, setting a standard for future student-athletes within the program.