The Lewis University men's volleyball team achieved recognition with 16 players named to the Academic All-Midwest Intercollegiate Volleyball Association (MIVA) team, as announced on June 1. To qualify, student-athletes must maintain a minimum 3.30 cumulative GPA. Notably, Zach and Luke Pekol both recorded perfect 4.0 GPAs, being among just five MIVA athletes to do so. The Flyers were tied for the third-most selections in the league, contributing to a total of 116 honored across nine MIVA member schools.

By the Numbers
  • 16 Lewis University players received Academic All-MIVA honors.
  • 116 total student-athletes achieved Academic All-MIVA status across the league.
State of Play
  • Lewis, Loyola Chicago, and Queens collectively produced 55 of the 116 honorees.
  • The Flyers' count of 16 academic selections is the third-best among MIVA schools.
What's Next

The Flyers will likely build on this academic success in upcoming seasons, focusing on maintaining high academic standards while continuing to excel in their sports program.

Bottom Line

Lewis University's men's volleyball team showcases a strong commitment to academic excellence, setting a benchmark for future teams. Their accomplishment reflects the importance of balancing athletics and academics in collegiate sports.