POTEAU, OKLAHOMA — Carl Albert State College is proud to announce that 11 of its standout softball players have been honored as Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athletes for the 2023-24 academic year. This prestigious recognition, awarded by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA), highlights the dedication and academic excellence of collegiate student-athletes across the nation.
This year, a record-breaking 8,054 collegiate student-athletes from institutions across the country earned the Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete honors. The accolade is awarded to student-athletes who have achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher, demonstrating their ability to excel both on the field and in the classroom.
The CASC softball team ranks #23 with a 3.557 GPA out of all junior colleges. Carl Albert State College’s Easton honorees include:
- Brooklyn Adams
- Kattie Bailey
- Shaileigh Gilkey
- Chloe Madbull
- Cheyenne Miller
- Izzy Pack
- Isa Ray
- Charlie Taylor
- Abby Wakefield
- DeLaney Willoughby
- Tessa York
“These 11 athletes epitomize the core values of Carl Albert State College, where we strive for excellence in both academics and athletics,” said Lexi Watson, Head Coach of Carl Albert State College Softball. “Their commitment to their studies and their sport is truly commendable, and we are incredibly proud of their achievements.”
The Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athlete program recognizes the academic prowess of student-athletes in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), as well as in other divisions across the country. The NFCA continues to set the standard for student-athlete success, and Carl Albert State College is honored to have its athletes represented among the nation’s best.
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