Five WWU cross country athletes named USTFCCA All-Academic, M/WXC named All-Academic Team

The William Woods University women's cross country team had five individuals named a 2022 U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) All-Academic athlete, announced the association Thursday afternoon. In addition, the women's and men's teams were also named a USTFCCCA All-Academic Team.

Ellie Dimond, Alicia Engelbrecht, Faith Gerling, Mary Grover and Crystal Ruden earned the honor.

To qualify for the All-Academic distinction, a student-athlete must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 and qualify for the NAIA National Championships.

To qualify, the team must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0.