The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) announced that eight student-athletes from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) track and field teams earned All-Academic First Team honors for their academic and athletic performance. The awards recognize their commitment to maintaining a high GPA while competing at a high level, with notable performances in various events at the RMAC Outdoor Championships. Notable honorees include Dillon Arvayo, Molly Breuer, and Joseph Impellitteri, who each excelled both on the track and in the classroom. Emily LaMena and Matthew Storer were recognized as the RMAC Academic Athletes of the Year for their respective genders, representing top academic and athletic excellence.

By the Numbers
  • 57 UCCS student-athletes recognized for academic achievements.
  • 8 student-athletes from UCCS received RMAC All-Academic First Team honors.
State of Play
  • The Mountain Lions had a total of 49 athletes on the RMAC All-Academic Honor Roll, indicating strong academic performance throughout the teams.
  • Several athletes set personal and school records during the outdoor season, significantly contributing to the team's success in the RMAC Championships.
What's Next

Moving forward, the focus will likely be on maintaining academic excellence and preparing for further competitions, including the upcoming NCAA Championships where qualifying athletes will represent UCCS.

Bottom Line

The UCCS track and field programs not only demonstrate athletic prowess but equally prioritize academic success, setting a robust example of student-athlete excellence that can lead to further accolades and recruitment opportunities.