University of Central Missouri student-athletes
Camden Taylor of Mules Football and
Lauren Blake of Jennies Volleyball have been selected as the October 2025 Central Bank Student-Athletes of the Month.
Camden Taylor, R-So., Defensive Lineman, St. Louis, Mo.
From nominator: "In my more than ten years of teaching Managing Sport Events, he is the first student to receive a 100 percent on the midterm. Not only is he very diligent and consistently punctual, never missing a class or arriving late, but he also demonstrates exceptional work ethic, submitting high-quality homework on every occasion."
Lauren Blake, Jr., Opposite, Indianola, Iowa
From nominator: "Lauren is a stellar student. She is an active and engaged participant in class discussions. She brings a positive attitude and drive to her individual and team assignments. She is as dedicated to learning in the classroom as she is to her sport."
About the Central Bank Student-Athlete of the Month
- Any UCM faculty or staff member can submit a nomination for the honor.
- Any current student-athlete in good academic standing is eligible for the award. Criteria for the accolade include academic performance, classroom engagement, and demonstration of commitment to scholarship. Athletic performance is not a determining factor in the process.
