Two Mustangs named USTFCCCA all-Academic athletes

NEW ORLEANS, La. – The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced the all-Academic athletes for the 2023 NAIA men's track and field seasons Thursday afternoon.

Two Mustangs were honored as all-Academic athletes. Austin Freiberg and David Hernandez received recognition for their work in the classroom and on the track. 

Athletes must hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 at the end of the spring semester and achieve an automatic or provisional qualifying mark for either the indoor or outdoor seasons. Freiberg reached the qualifying mark in the 110-meter hurdles and Hernandez in the 400-meter dash outdoor. Freiberg also qualified for nationals during the indoor season.