Central Washington University's women's soccer, basketball, and volleyball programs achieved significant academic success in the GNAC All-Sports Trophy rankings for the 2025-26 academic year. CWU scored a total of 121 points, with women's sports contributing 80 points for a third-place finish, while men's sports earned 41 points, placing sixth. The women's soccer team achieved a record 3.80 GPA, marking its first academic title in GNAC history. Women's basketball and volleyball followed with GPAs of 3.73 and 3.71 respectively, reflecting their strong academic performance as well.

By the Numbers
  • Central Washington women's soccer achieved a record 3.80 GPA.
  • The women's basketball team earned a 3.73 GPA while volleyball secured a 3.71 GPA.
State of Play
  • CWU's women's sports finished third in GNAC rankings while men's sports came in sixth.
  • Overall, CWU was fifth in the GNAC with 121 points, behind Northwest Nazarene, Seattle Pacific, and Saint Martin's.
What's Next

Moving forward, the CWU athletic programs will aim to build on this academic success and enhance their performance in future GNAC competitions, potentially setting new records and refining their recruiting strategies for both academic and athletic excellence.

Bottom Line

The notable academic achievements of CWU's athletic programs demonstrate a strong commitment to both athletics and academics, setting a benchmark for future performances and reflecting the importance of education in collegiate sports.