Three North Carolina Central women's basketball players, Aysia Hinton, Dianna Blake, and Nia Young, received honors from the College Sports Communicators (CSC) as part of the Academic All-District Division I Team. To qualify, they maintained GPAs above 3.5 and contributed significantly during the season. Hinton, with a 3.59 GPA, led the Eagles in three-pointers and set a school record with 12 in a single game. Blake achieved a 3.71 GPA and contributed to the team's rebounding efforts, while Young, pursuing a master's in social work with a 3.75 GPA, was crucial off the bench.

By the Numbers
  • Aysia Hinton: 3.59 GPA, 57 three-pointers made this season.
  • Dianna Blake: 3.71 GPA, third in rebounding for the team.
  • Nia Young: 3.75 GPA, season-high 13 points against Wake Forest.
State of Play
  • All three players excelled academically while being pivotal on the court.
  • NCCU women鈥檚 basketball has shown significant improvement this season.
What's Next

As these players continue their academic and athletic pursuits, they will aim for further recognition in the Academic All-America庐 program, showcasing their commitment to excellence both on and off the court.

Bottom Line

The recognition of these athletes underscores the importance of balancing academic success with athletic performance, highlighting the potential for student-athletes to excel in multiple areas.