NEW ORLEANS – The University of Central Missouri Mules and Jennies Cross Country Teams both earned United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) All-Academic honors for the 2025 season, it was announced Thursday, Jan. 29.

The Mules compiled a team GPA of 3.42, and the Jennies had a team GPA of 3.68 to earn USTFCCA All-Academic Team recognition.

In order to qualify for All-Academic distinction, teams must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, including the most recent grading period, and compile a team score at their respective regional championship meet, among other qualifiers.

In addition to UCM's team selection, Jennies Cross Country's Marianna Bizon (International Studies major) earned USTFCCCA Individual All-Academic accolades for 2025.

To qualify for All-Academic distinction, student athletes must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 on a 4.0 scale and finish in the top-30 percent of their respective regional championship meet, among other qualifiers.