Washington State University Athletics
Evans Kurui, Cougar Men and Women Cross Country Earn USTFCCCA All-Academic Awards
January 30, 2025 | Cross Country
NEW ORLEANS — Washington State freshman Evans Kurui, along with the Cougars' men's and women's cross country teams, were all recognized by the U.S. Track & Field Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) as All-Academic members, it was announced Thursday by the organization.
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The All-Academic honor caps Kurui's freshman cross country season, one that included All-American honors, winning the 2024 West Region and West Coast Conference Championships,
The Cougars' women's team earned the award after posting a cumulative 3.58 team GPA during the fall 2024 semester. The men's team recorded a 3.29 cumulative GPA to garner all-academic 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.
For all the latest WSU Track and Field news, photos, and videos, like the team on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/wsucougartrack) or follow on Twitter (@ WSUCougarXCTF) and Instagram (@WSUCougarXCTF).
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The All-Academic honor caps Kurui's freshman cross country season, one that included All-American honors, winning the 2024 West Region and West Coast Conference Championships,
The Cougars' women's team earned the award after posting a cumulative 3.58 team GPA during the fall 2024 semester. The men's team recorded a 3.29 cumulative GPA to garner all-academic 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.
For all the latest WSU Track and Field news, photos, and videos, like the team on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/wsucougartrack) or follow on Twitter (@ WSUCougarXCTF) and Instagram (@WSUCougarXCTF).
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