Two UTEP women's basketball players, Ivane Tensaie and Ndack Mbengue, have earned a spot on the 2025-26 College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District庐 Team. This honor highlights their impressive performances both on the court and academically. Tensaie, a graduate guard, excelled with a 3.57 GPA and averaged 10.8 points per game, including setting a UTEP record for three-pointers in a game. Mbengue, a senior forward, achieved a 3.75 GPA while averaging 9.3 points and 8.1 rebounds per game, registering nine double-doubles throughout the season.

By the Numbers
  • Ivane Tensaie has a 3.57 GPA and ranks third all-time at UTEP with 197 made three-pointers.
  • Ndack Mbengue holds a 3.75 GPA and averaged 8.1 rebounds per game, ranking sixth all-time at UTEP.
Yes, But

While both players excelled academically and athletically, the competition for further accolades within the CSC Academic All-America庐 program remains significant, and their future advancement is uncertain until the selections are finalized.

State of Play
  • The Academic All-District庐 selections recognize athletes for their dual accomplishments in sports and academics.
  • Final decisions for the CSC Academic All-America庐 will be announced on April 14 and 15.
What's Next

The two honorees will await their potential advancement to the CSC Academic All-America庐 ballot, which could elevate their recognition on a national level if they are chosen.

Bottom Line

Ivane Tensaie and Ndack Mbengue's achievements illustrate the successful balance of academics and athletics at UTEP, emphasizing the importance of both in the development of student-athletes.