The Mercy University Women's Lacrosse Team has been honored as an IWLCA Academic Honor Squad for the 2025-26 academic year, marking their 11th consecutive year of recognition. To qualify, teams must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2, and the Mavericks achieved an impressive 3.79 GPA this year. Eleven players were also named to the Academic Honor Roll, showcasing academic excellence among the athletes. Noteworthy recipients include Kaci Bates and Maeghan Callow, who have both made the list for the second consecutive year, while several others have earned accolades for the first time.

By the Numbers
  • The Mavericks posted a team GPA of 3.79 for the year.
  • Eleven student-athletes were named to the 2026 IWLCA Division II Academic Honor Roll.
State of Play
  • The IWLCA Academic Honor Squad includes a total of 58 Division II schools.
  • This recognition continues a long-standing tradition of academic achievement for the Mavericks.
What's Next

The Mercy Women's Lacrosse Team will aim to maintain both their academic and athletic success in the upcoming seasons, leveraging their commitment to excellence on and off the field. Continued recruitment of student-athletes who excel academically will be crucial for sustaining their reputation.

Bottom Line

The ongoing success of the Mercy University Women's Lacrosse Team in the classroom highlights the importance of balancing athletics and academics, setting a standard for future teams to strive for both academic excellence and competitive performance.