The United Soccer Coaches have announced the 2025‑26 Team Academic Award recipients, honoring 451 collegiate women's soccer programs that posted a collective grade‑point average of at least 3.0 across all players.
Empire 8 Academic Leaders
Among the conference's eight institutions, SUNY Geneseo distinguished itself with the highest team GPA of 3.70, underscoring its commitment to both athletic and scholarly achievement.
Other conference members also earned the honor, including Alfred University with a 3.51 GPA, Elmira College at 3.38, Hartwick College at 3.57, Houghton University at 3.48, Keuka College at 3.62, Russell Sage College at 3.50 and Utica University at 3.58.
The award requires teams to maintain a composite GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale for all roster members throughout the 2025‑26 academic year, reflecting a sustained emphasis on academic performance.
Conference officials praised the student‑athletes for excelling on the field while upholding rigorous academic standards, noting that the recognition highlights the Empire 8's broader mission of developing well‑rounded leaders.
SUNY Geneseo's top ranking not only showcases the program's athletic success but also its strong academic culture, setting a benchmark for peer institutions striving to balance competitive soccer with high scholarly achievement.