The TCU Horned Frogs basketball program has added another chapter to its story of distinction, this time by earning the National Association of Basketball Coaches Team Academic Excellence Award for the 2025‑26 academic year. The honor is reserved for teams that post a collective grade point average of at least 3.0, and the Horned Frogs met that benchmark with a team GPA that placed them among the nation’s top performers.
A Dual Triumph On and Off the Court
Three individual players — Drew McElroy, Jayden Pierre and Trey Stuart — were also named to the NABC Honors Court, a distinction that recognizes juniors, seniors and graduate students who maintain a GPA of 3.2 or higher while balancing the rigors of Division I athletics. Their achievement underscores the program’s ability to attract talent that excels both in the classroom and on the hardwood.
The NABC Honors Court highlights the growing emphasis on scholarly achievement within college basketball, a metric that coaches and administrators increasingly use to gauge the overall health of a program. While postseason accolades often dominate headlines, academic recognitions provide a broader picture of institutional commitment and student‑athlete development.
Beyond the numbers, the recognition reflects a culture cultivated by coaches, academic advisers and university staff who prioritize the development of well‑rounded student‑athletes. The entire roster’s contribution underscores how academic excellence can coexist with competitive ambition, bringing a different kind of accolade to Fort Worth.