NEW ORLEANS, La. – For the second consecutive season, both the men's and women's track and field teams have been recognized by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) for their hard work in the classroom as 2016 All-Academic Teams. Senior Kinsey Gomez was also recognized, earning All-Academic individual honors.
To qualify, teams must post a cumulative GPA of at least 3.00. Individuals must earn a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 while also meeting competitive standards in their events. In all, 122 men's teams and 220 women's teams were recognized.