CLEVELAND, Ohio – University of Central Missouri Athletics ranks 20th in the Learfield Directors' Cup standings following the winter 2025-26 season, it was announced on Thursday, April 2.

Through the 2025-26 athletic year, Central Missouri has 311.5 points. UCM entered the winter season with 50 points and added an impressive 261.5 points.

Mules and Jennies Basketball received 50 points each, while Jennies Indoor Track & Field tallied 64.5 points, Mules Wrestling had 57 points, and Mules Indoor Track & Field posted 40 points for the 261.5 points during the winter.

UCM is one of four MIAA schools ranked in the top 20 through the winter.

The Learfield Directors' Cup was developed as a joint effort between the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) and USA Today. Points are awarded based on each institution's finish in NCAA Championships.

The final standings will be released following the conclusion of the spring 2026 sports season in June. 

About Learfield: Learfield is a media, data, and technology services leader in intercollegiate athletics. The company unlocks the value of college sports for brands and fans through an omnichannel platform with innovative content and commerce solutions. Learfield services include licensing and collegiate sports properties' multimedia sponsorship management; publishing, audio, digital, and social media; data analytics and insights; ticketing software; and ticket sales, premium seating, and fundraising services; branding; campus-wide business and sponsorship development. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for NACDA's acclaimed Learfield Directors' Cup, recognizing athletic departments across all divisions.