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The Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) has recognized 86 student-athletes from Southwestern University for their exemplary sportsmanship during the spring season. This acknowledgment highlights athletes from various sports, including baseball, golf, softball, and track and field. Each head coach selected an athlete who demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship qualities, reinforcing the importance of integrity and respect in collegiate sports. The initiative underscores SCAC’s commitment to promoting honorable conduct among student-athletes, continuing the tradition established since the inception of the All-Sportsmanship teams in 2008.
Georgetown, Texas – The Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) has announced its 17th annual spring All-Sportsmanship teams, honoring exemplary sportsmanship displayed by student-athletes during the 2025 spring season. A total of 86 student-athletes from various sports were recognized for their commendable behavior and sportsmanship on the field.
This year, the SCAC selected athletes from a range of sports including baseball, men’s and women’s golf, softball, men’s and women’s tennis, and men’s and women’s track and field. Each head coach within the conference had the responsibility of electing one member from their respective teams who demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship attributes throughout the season.
Among the honorees from Southwestern University are notable athletes from each sport category:
- Baseball: Josh Werner, Sr., Missouri City, Texas
- Men’s Golf: Bryce Stiemert, Sr., Medford, Oregon
- Women’s Golf: Isabella Valenzuela, Jr., League City, Texas
- Softball: Logan Kieselhorst, Fy., Friendswood, Texas
- Men’s Tennis: Parth Patel, Jr., Lewis Center, Ohio
- Women’s Tennis: Kimberly Duncan, Jr., San Antonio, Texas
- Men’s Track & Field: Emilo Salas, So., Amarillo, Texas
- Women’s Track & Field: Lily McWhorter, Jr., The Woodlands, Texas
The SCAC’s initiative aims to promote honorable conduct among its student-athletes, emphasizing the importance of sportsmanship in competitive sports. Since the inception of the All-Sportsmanship teams in 2008, the SCAC has honored over 2,400 athletes, reiterating the conference’s commitment to fair play and ethical behavior in athletics.
The selection process entails careful consideration from each head coach, who identifies an athlete that embodies the spirit of sportsmanship—a critical element in team and individual sports. This practice not only rewards deserving individuals but also serves as an example for younger athletes in the conference.
The recognition of these athletes is integral to fostering an environment where respect, integrity, and responsibility are held in high regard. Honorees are celebrated for their performances both on and off the field, showcasing that excellence in sports extends beyond just skill and statistics.
In a landscape where competition can often create tension, initiatives such as the SCAC All-Sportsmanship teams work to reinforce positive values within collegiate sports, ensuring that athletes are not only recognized for their achievements but also for their character and the legacy they build within their teams.
As the 2025 spring sports season comes to a conclusion, the SCAC continues to recognize the importance of sportsmanship in its athletes, setting a positive tone for future competitions and interactions among institutions in the conference.
For more information on the SCAC All-Sportsmanship teams and the commitment to promoting sportsmanship, updates are made available through the conference’s official communications, ensuring ongoing celebration of these remarkable student-athletes.
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- Centenary College Release: All-Sportsmanship Teams 2025
- Wikipedia: Sportsmanship
- Centenary College Release: Sportsmanship Honorees
- Google Search: Collegiate Athletics News
- Centenary College Release: SCAC Initiatives
