The Parkside men's and women's track & field teams have been recognized as 2021-22 All-Academic Teams, the United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced on July 13. Nine athletes were also recognized as USTFCCCA All-Academic Athletes.
Uriah Aili, Nic Davy, Walker Miller and Jacob Pigeon represent the men's team with this award, while
Katja Baeuerle,
Carolin Bothe,
Emily Elford,
Sonja Mitrovic and
Katie Scott received the recognition on the women's side. In order to be recognized, teams must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and compile a team score at their regional championship meet. Individual athletes must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 and achieved and automatic or provisional qualifying mark (individual or relay) for either indoor or outdoor season.
View the full USTFCCCA press release here.
ALL-ACADEMIC TEAMS
Men's Track & Field – 3.36
Women's Track & Field – 3.31
ALL-ACADEMIC ATHLETES
Men's Track & Field
Uriah Aili – Sport Management
Nic Davy – Criminal Justice/Political Science
Walker Miller – Kinesiology and Sport Performance
Jacob Pigeon – Criminal Justice
Women's Track & Field
Katja Baeuerle – Chemistry
Carolin Bothe – Masters of Business Administration
Emily Elford – Molecular Bio and Bioinformatics
Sonja Mitrovic – Computer Science
Katie Scott – Masters of Business Administration
HEAR FROM COACH MAAS
"Our team has been dedicated to a high standard in our sport and in the classroom. Their hard work along with the guidance and support of Ashley Beaton have led to continued academic success! I'm very proud of our team's focus on being well-rounded student-athletes."