Five student-athletes from the SIUE baseball team have earned Academic All-District® recognition from College Sports Communicators, honoring their achievements in academics and athletics. The honorees are Porter Conn, Daniel Gierer, Sean Kang, Joseph Martin, and Spencer Stearns. Each athlete met rigorous academic requirements and substantial participation on the field, contributing to SIUE's first Ohio Valley Conference title and a record 33 wins. Notably, Conn and Stearns both maintained perfect 4.00 GPAs. The students now have the opportunity to compete for Academic All-America honors.

By the Numbers
  • At least a 3.500 GPA required for selection.
  • SIUE set a program Division I record with 33 wins this season.
State of Play
  • Gierer and Stearns led the team with notable statistics; Gierer made 57 appearances while Stearns achieved eight wins, ranking second in the OVC.
  • Academic All-District honorees advance to the CSC Academic All-America ballot, with finalists announced on June 23.
What's Next

Following their All-District selection, the five student-athletes will await the announcement of the Academic All-America teams, which could enhance their academic and athletic profiles.

Bottom Line

The achievements of these student-athletes underscore the successful blend of academic excellence and athletic performance, setting a precedence for future SIUE teams and fostering a culture of excellence within the program.