Three members of the University of Notre Dame baseball squad have been selected to the 2026 All‑ACC Academic Team, a distinction that underscores their ability to excel both on the diamond and in the classroom.
The conference’s academic team is reserved for student‑athletes who meet rigorous standards, including a minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA and active participation in at least half of their sport’s contests for position players, or a minimum of 20 % of games for pitchers.
Eligibility also requires that candidates be undergraduate students and maintain the academic standing throughout the season, ensuring that the honor reflects sustained scholarly achievement.
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Parker Brzustewicz, a senior from the Fighting Irish, earned his second straight spot on the All‑ACC Academic Team, underscoring his consistent performance on the mound and his dedication to his studies.
Noah Coy, also a senior, received his first academic honor, marking a personal milestone that reflects his growing role in the lineup and his commitment to maintaining a 3.00 GPA.
Xavier Hirsch joins his teammates on the list, securing his second consecutive placement and demonstrating the program’s depth of talent that balances athletic ambition with academic rigor.
The recognition not only celebrates the individual accomplishments of Brzustewicz, Coy and Hirsch but also reinforces Notre Dame’s reputation for developing well‑rounded student‑athletes who thrive under the demanding schedule of collegiate baseball.