Jack Plesser, a junior at Union College, has been named to the CSC Academic All-America庐 Men's Basketball first team, a prestigious honor recognizing his outstanding academic and athletic achievements. He is one of only 15 Division III student-athletes to receive this accolade and the first from Union in over 50 years. During the season, Plesser led the Liberty League in scoring, earning various honors, including NABC All-America and Liberty League Player of the Year. He averaged 22.6 points per game while maintaining a remarkable 3.92 GPA as an economics major. This recognition underscores his dual commitment to excellence in athletics and academics.

By the Numbers
  • 22.6 points per game average, leading the Liberty League.
  • 3.92 cumulative GPA as an economics major.
  • 6th on Union鈥檚 all-time single-season scoring list with 566 points.
State of Play
  • Plesser's recognition demonstrates Union鈥檚 commitment to supporting both academics and athletics.
  • He solidified his status as a top player in Division III basketball this season.
What's Next

Following this accolade, Plesser is poised to continue excelling as he prepares for his senior season, with expectations to maintain high performance both on the court and in his studies. His success may inspire younger players at Union and in the Liberty League.

Bottom Line

Jack Plesser's blend of academic and athletic success sets a benchmark for future student-athletes at Union College, emphasizing that it is possible to achieve excellence in both fields simultaneously.