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Five athletes from the Newberry College women’s lacrosse team have been named to the 2025 IWLCA Division II Academic Honor Roll, acknowledging their academic excellence with GPAs of 3.50 or higher. Alongside their studies, the team shows strong performance on the field, currently boasting a 4-1 record after a recent victory over UVA Wise. This honors the balance between academics and athletics emphasized by the college.
Newberry, SC – The Intercollegiate Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association (IWLCA) has honored five student-athletes from the Newberry College women’s lacrosse team by naming them to the prestigious 2025 IWLCA Division II Academic Honor Roll. This recognition highlights the dedication and academic excellence of these athletes, all of whom maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher.
The honored athletes from Newberry College include Serena Elias, Adriana Hart, Emma Jobs, Olivia Travassos, and Mackenzie Watson. To qualify for this honor, student-athletes must be juniors, seniors, or graduate students.
In addition to academic achievements, the Newberry College women’s lacrosse team is also excelling on the field this season. They recently improved their record to 4-1 after defeating UVA Wise 14-12 at Carl Smith Stadium. The team remains unbeaten in South Atlantic Conference (SAC) play, standing at 2-0.
In the game against UVA Wise, Newberry demonstrated a strong start, leading 5-0 after the first quarter. Emma Jobs opened the scoring with a goal off an assist from Amelia Hawkes. Other players contributing to the scoreboard during the first quarter included Dakota Beasley, Trysten Burns, and Scythe Shephard.
The first half concluded with Newberry leading 8-6. However, the competition tightened in the third quarter as the game reached a tied score of 8-8. Newberry managed to regain their lead with goals from both Elias and Jobs, finishing the third quarter up 11-9.
Jobs then extended Newberry’s lead early in the fourth quarter with her fourth goal of the game, bringing the score to 12-9. Trysten Burns scored the final goal with just over a minute left in the game, securing the victory for Newberry.
The Newberry College women’s lacrosse team is set to continue their season with their next game on March 5th against Belmont Abbey College at Setzler Field. With both academic honors and strong athletic performances this season, the team is showcasing their commitment to excellence both in the classroom and on the field.
This recognition by the IWLCA reflects the hard work and dedication of Newberry College athletes, emphasizing the importance of balancing athletic competition and academic success. The achievements of the women’s lacrosse team, alongside their academic honors, are a testament to the values upheld by the college and its commitment to fostering both academic and athletic excellence in its student body.
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