Bowling Green, KY, July 24, 2025
News Summary
Western Kentucky University has achieved impressive academic success across several athletic teams, with Volleyball, Women’s Tennis, Football, and Softball receiving prestigious academic honors. WKU Volleyball earned its 19th AVCA Team Academic Award, while Women’s Tennis was recognized as an ITA All-Academic Team. Softball recorded the highest GPA in Conference USA, and Football also excelled academically, showcasing WKU’s commitment to student-athlete achievement both on and off the field.
Bowling Green, KY – Western Kentucky University (WKU) continues to achieve remarkable success in academics as several athletic teams have been recognized for their high academic performance during the 2024-2025 academic year. Notably, WKU Volleyball, Women’s Tennis, Football, and Softball earned prestigious honors from various academic organizations, reflecting their commitment to excellence both on and off the field.
WKU Volleyball Achievements
WKU Volleyball has earned its 19th-straight AVCA Team Academic Award, announced on July 21, 2025. To qualify for this esteemed award, a team must maintain a year-long cumulative GPA of 3.3 or greater. This year, the volleyball team excelled with a recorded GPA of 3.56 during the 2024-2025 school year. In addition to their academic accolades, the team also had an impressive season, finishing with a 28-7 record, which included a 17th appearance in the NCAA Tournament and clinching its ninth CUSA tournament championship and tenth regular season championship.
Women’s Tennis Academic Recognition
WKU Women’s Tennis was recognized as an ITA All-Academic Team, with the announcement made on July 21, 2025. Achieving a team GPA of 3.72, the team has secured ITA All-Academic status for six consecutive seasons. Seven student-athletes from the team were honored as ITA Scholar-Athletes, each boasting a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Additionally, they received accolades as the CUSA Scholar Team of the Year in Women’s Tennis and were awarded the TOPSY Award as WKU’s Women’s Scholar Team of the Year. The Lady Toppers concluded the season with an overall record of 15-10 and a home record of 12-6, marking the tied-for most wins in a single season at home.
Football and Softball Recognized for Academic Excellence
WKU Football and Softball also excelled in maintaining high academic standards and were recognized with the Conference USA Team Academic Award, announcements made on June 27, 2025. Softball achieved the highest GPA in the conference with an outstanding GPA of 3.74 for the academic year. Remarkably, all 16 athletes in the Softball program secured GPAs of 3.50 or better, and one player even achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA across both semesters. The team also saw two athletes named CSC Academic All-District and one earning CUSA All-Academic honors. Furthermore, all softball athletes were placed on the CUSA Commissioner’s Honor Roll, with eight receiving the CUSA Commissioner’s Academic Medal.
In terms of Football, the team recorded a cumulative GPA of 3.09 for the 2024-2025 academic year, with 72 out of 98 athletes achieving GPAs of 3.0 or greater, thereby earning spots on the CUSA Commissioner’s Honor Roll.
Background Context
The AVCA Team Academic Award, ITA All-Academic Team status, and CUSA Team Academic Award are prestigious recognitions for college athletics teams that demonstrate academic excellence. These honors highlight the commitment of student-athletes to succeed not only in their respective sports but also in the classroom. WKU continues to support its student-athletes in achieving both academic and athletic goals, fostering a culture of excellence, discipline, and hard work.
Academic Performance Overview
| Team | GPA | Record | Championship Titles |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKU Volleyball | 3.56 | 28-7 | 9 CUSA (Tournament), 10 CUSA (Regular Season) |
| WKU Women’s Tennis | 3.72 | 15-10 | 6 Consecutive ITA All-Academic Status |
| Softball | 3.74 | – | Highest GPA in CUSA |
| WKU Football | 3.09 | – | – |
FAQ
What is the AVCA Team Academic Award?
The AVCA Team Academic Award is given to collegiate volleyball teams that maintain a GPA of 3.3 or higher during the academic year.
How many consecutive years has WKU Volleyball won this award?
WKU Volleyball has won the AVCA Team Academic Award for 19 consecutive years.
What qualifications are needed for a team to achieve ITA All-Academic status?
Teams must maintain a GPA of 3.2 or higher to be eligible for ITA All-Academic status.
How many athletes from WKU Women’s Tennis received ITA Scholar-Athlete awards?
Seven athletes from WKU Women’s Tennis received ITA Scholar-Athlete awards for having a GPA of 3.5 or above.
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Additional Resources
- WKU Volleyball Earns 19th Straight AVCA Team Academic Award
- Wikipedia: Academic Achievement
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- Google Search: WKU Women’s Tennis ITA Academic Awards
- WKU Men’s Basketball Recognized for Academic Excellence
- Google Scholar: WKU Men’s Basketball Academic Excellence
- WKU Football Earns CUSA Team Academic Award
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Academic Recognition in Sports
- Cameron Mosley Profile
- Google News: Cameron Mosley WKU
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