The National Association of Basketball Coaches revealed its 2025‑26 Team Academic Excellence Awards and Honors Court on July 9, spotlighting Indiana University‑Indianapolis for its collective scholarly performance. The Jaguars earned a Team Academic Excellence Award after posting a team GPA that met the association’s 3.0 threshold, underscoring the program’s commitment to balancing athletics and scholarship.
Academic Excellence Recognized
The honor reflects the university’s broader strategy of fostering student‑athlete development, a priority that resonates with the institution’s mission to produce well‑rounded leaders. The award is granted to programs that achieve a team GPA of 3.0 or higher, a benchmark the Jaguars surpassed with distinction.
Honors Court Selections
Among the recipients, five members of last season’s roster were named to the NABC Honors Court, a distinction reserved for student‑athletes who maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher. Their academic standing was matched by notable contributions on the court, reinforcing the team’s dual focus on competition and scholarship.
Player Profiles
Corey Boston graduated with a 3.92 GPA in Education, while Lav Cvetkovic earned a 3.62 GPA in Health Sciences. Kyler D'Augustino, a Sport Management major, posted a 3.81 GPA and garnered Third Team All‑Horizon League honors. Ajay Holubar, studying Health Administration, finished with a 3.88 GPA, and Finley Woodward, a General Studies major, matched that 3.88 mark and set a new school record with 201 career assists, averaging 6.3 per game.
Coach's Praise
Head coach Ben Howlett praised the players’ dedication, noting that their academic rigor reflects the same discipline they bring to the hardwood. He emphasized that the program’s culture prioritizes excellence in the classroom as much as on the scoreboard, a philosophy that continues to shape the team’s identity.