The Longwood University women's basketball program has once again been recognized by the Women's Basketball Coaches Association, earning a Special Mention in the WBCA Academic Top 25 for the second straight season.
The honor, announced this week, celebrates teams that combine competitive spirit with exemplary scholarship, underscoring the program's dual commitment to excellence on the court and in the classroom.
Academic Standards Behind the Honor Roll
The WBCA Academic Top 25 ranks institutions based on the combined grade point averages of all student‑athletes listed on their rosters, with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA required for eligibility. This year marks the 31st edition of the association's annual honor roll, reflecting three decades of growing emphasis on academic achievement among women's collegiate basketball programs.
Longwood's Lancers posted a collective GPA of 3.493 for the 2025‑26 academic year, a figure that places the team comfortably above the threshold and highlights the program's sustained scholarly performance.
Eleven members of the roster achieved individual GPAs of 3.0 or higher, further illustrating the depth of academic talent within the squad and reinforcing the university's broader mission of developing well‑rounded leaders.
University officials praised the student‑athletes for balancing rigorous training schedules with demanding coursework, noting that the recognition reflects both personal discipline and the supportive environment fostered by coaches and academic advisors.
The acknowledgment also shines a spotlight on the institution's growing reputation in the Atlantic Sun Conference, where athletic competitiveness continues to pair with strong academic outcomes.