Twenty-nine University of Hawai'i student-athletes have been recognized on the 2025-26 Big West Winter Academic All-Conference teams. The award honors those participating in men's and women's basketball and swimming and diving who maintain at least a 3.0 GPA. Women's swimming led with 12 honorees, followed by men's swimming with eight, while women's and men's basketball had five and four honorees, respectively. Eligible student-athletes must have completed one year at the institution and competed in at least 50% of their contests. The recognition occurs each season for various sports in the conference.

By the Numbers
  • 29 total student-athletes honored
  • 12 from women's swimming and diving; 8 from men's swimming and diving
  • 5 from women's basketball; 4 from men's basketball
State of Play
  • Recognition expands to three seasons: fall, winter, and spring.
  • Upcoming spring season honors will cover various sports, including men's volleyball and baseball.
What's Next

As the spring season approaches, more student-athletes across other sports will be evaluated and potentially recognized. This includes athletes from sports like golf, water polo, and track and field, all aiming for academic acknowledgment.

Bottom Line

The academic achievements of these student-athletes highlight the balance between athletics and education, underscoring the commitment of UH athletes to excel both in competition and in the classroom.