St. John's men's basketball players Zuby Ejiofor and Bryce Hopkins have earned spots on the College Sports Communicators Academic All-America Teams, highlighting their excellence both in sports and academics. Ejiofor, a senior with a 3.70 GPA, was named to the first team, while Hopkins, a graduate student with a 3.56 GPA, received third-team honors. St. John's is the only NCAA Division I program with multiple selections this year, showcasing their dual success in the classroom and on the court.

By the Numbers
  • Ejiofor averaged 16.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 2.1 blocks per game.
  • Both players maintained GPAs above 3.50, with Ejiofor at 3.70 and Hopkins at 3.56.
Yes, But

While Ejiofor and Hopkins excelled athletically, it's important to recognize the competitive nature of NCAA Division I basketball, where academic achievements can be overshadowed by on-court performance metrics.

State of Play
  • Ejiofor led St. John's to its second consecutive BIG EAST Championship and Sweet 16 appearance.
  • Hopkins contributed significantly, recording a program record of six three-pointers in a single NCAA Tournament game.
What's Next

Both players will look to leverage their academic and athletic success as they pursue professional opportunities in basketball, while continuing their community engagement efforts.

Bottom Line

Ejiofor and Hopkins exemplify the ideal student-athlete, succeeding at the highest levels academically and athletically, setting a standard for future athletes at St. John's and beyond.