Six Florida Tech swimmers earned recognition on the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District team. The honorees include Melissa Zucco, Abby Briggs, Sam Bullard, Julia Pearson, Emiel van Oord, and Matthew Heaphy, showcasing excellence both in the pool and academics. These athletes are now in the running for the CSC Academic All-America庐 ballot. The announcement reflects the significant achievements of student-athletes in the 2025-26 season.

By the Numbers
  • Six swimmers recognized on the CSC Academic All-District team.
  • Melissa Zucco holds a 3.97 GPA; Abby Briggs has a perfect 4.00 GPA.
State of Play
  • All six swimmers achieved notable placements and records in various events this season.
  • Upcoming selections for the CSC Academic All-America庐 team will occur in early December.
What's Next

As these athletes await possible selection for the Academic All-America庐 team, they will continue to compete in their respective events with an eye towards further achievements and records.

Bottom Line

The recognition of these six swimmers highlights Florida Tech's commitment to both athletic excellence and academic achievement, setting a benchmark for future student-athletes.