Five swimmers from the UT Permian Basin have earned spots on the 2025-26 Academic All-District庐 Team, acknowledging their athletic prowess and academic excellence. The honorees include Colin Doyle, Niklas Heelein, Owen Putnam, and Chase Alderman from the men's team, along with Rowan McWhorter from the women鈥檚 team. Doyle, a junior with a 3.79 GPA, played a key role in breaking several school records at the RMAC Championship, while Heelein contributed as a senior with a 3.66 GPA. McWhorter led the women鈥檚 side with a perfect 4.00 GPA and assisted in setting school records in relays.

By the Numbers
  • Five UTPB swimmers named to the Academic All-District庐 Team.
  • Colin Doyle holds a 3.79 GPA, Niklas Heelein has a 3.66 GPA, Owen Putnam a 3.58 GPA, Chase Alderman a 3.56 GPA, and Rowan McWhorter boasts a 4.00 GPA.
State of Play
  • All five honorees will advance as finalists for the Academic All-America庐 team.
  • Nominees competed in at least five events or finished top-eight at a conference meet to be eligible.
  • First-, second-, and third-team Academic All-America庐 honorees will be announced on April 28-29, 2026.
What's Next

The upcoming announcement of Academic All-America庐 rankings will highlight the top student-athletes nationwide, potentially placing UTPB swimmers among national contenders. Their performances in both athletics and academics will be crucial for further recognition.

Bottom Line

UTPB鈥檚 recognition of these exceptional student-athletes exemplifies the integration of academic excellence with athletic achievement, reinforcing the university's commitment to fostering well-rounded individuals in competitive sports.