MANHEIM, Pa. -- The Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) continues to demonstrate excellence both on and off the mat, as multiple teams and individuals earned Scholar All-America recognition from the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA). The announcement, made on March 21, highlights the outstanding academic and athletic achievements of student-athletes across the conference.
Albion College led the MIAA wrestling programs in team academic performance, ranking sixth in the nation with an impressive 3.728 team grade-point average. The University of Olivet also secured a top-25 finish, placing 23rd with a commendable 3.54 GPA.
In addition to team honors, 22 MIAA wrestlers were named Scholar All-Americans for their academic and athletic prowess. To qualify for this prestigious recognition, individuals had to meet rigorous academic and wrestling criteria, including maintaining a GPA of at least 3.2 and either placing in the top eight at their regional tournament or achieving a win percentage above 66% with a minimum of 15 matches wrestled.
Scholar All-America Individuals:
Adrian College
- Zachary Platte (Senior)
- Spencer Vos (Sophomore)
- Blake Williams (Senior)
Albion College
- Koen Eberhard (Sophomore)
- Garrett Iobe (Junior)
- Demond Harrison (Sophomore)
- Zak Knapp (Freshman)
- CJ Krum (Senior)
- Owen McDaniel (Senior)
Alma College
The University of Olivet
- Robert Davids (Senior)
- Boe Eckman (Senior)
- Ramiro Guerrero (Senior)
- Tyler Herrema (Senior)
- Benyamin Kamali (Graduate Student)
- Emmett Kettel (Senior)
- Mason Knight (Sophomore)
- Kody Krupp (Senior)
- Kyan Larson (Sophomore)
- Jay Shaull (Senior)
Trine University
- Phil Burney (Senior)
- Tommy Miller (Junior)
These wrestlers have exemplified what it means to be a student-athlete, balancing the rigorous demands of collegiate wrestling with academic excellence. Their dedication, both in competition and in the classroom, reflects the core values of the MIAA.