The National Football Foundation (NFF) announced the 2026 Hampshire Honor Society class, recognizing 10 student-athletes from Western Colorado, marking its 20th anniversary. The Honor Society celebrated a record inclusion of 2,596 players this year, highlighting its commitment to academic excellence by acknowledging student-athletes who maintain a GPA of 3.20 or higher while being significant contributors to their teams. The recognized Mountaineers showcase impressive GPAs across various disciplines.

By the Numbers
  • 10 Mountaineer players recognized in the 2026 NFF Hampshire Honor Society class.
  • Record 2,596 players from 65 colleges included this year, bringing the total recognized since 2007 to 23,568.
State of Play
  • All 10 Mountaineers earned NFF Academic All-Colorado First Team honors.
  • Drew Nash received the RMAC Offensive Academic Player of the Year award.
  • A number of honorees were also on the RMAC All-Academic first team and Honor Roll.
What's Next

The spotlight on these student-athletes might lead to further academic accolades and professional opportunities as they transition from college football. Continued recognition in academic achievements may enhance recruitment prospects for future athletes at Western Colorado.

Bottom Line

Western Colorado鈥檚 representation in the NFF Hampshire Honor Society underscores the successful blend of athletics and academics, demonstrating that commitment to excellence off the field is essential. This achievement sets a benchmark for future student-athletes while enhancing the university's reputation.