Seven members of the Santa Clara beach volleyball team have earned West Coast Conference All-Academic distinctions for their academic and athletic achievements. Sophomore Ciara Cantlen leads the team with a 3.727 GPA and a 24-10 match record, including notable wins over ranked opponents. Other standout performers include juniors and sophomores who have contributed significantly to the team鈥檚 success with impressive academic credentials and match records. The Broncos are set to compete in the WCC Championship Tournament, starting with a matchup against San Francisco.

By the Numbers
  • Ciara Cantlen has a 3.727 GPA, leading the team with 24 wins this season.
  • Junior Noelle Niederman has a 3.681 GPA and 13 wins, while Sammy Wood holds a 3.881 GPA with 16 wins.
State of Play
  • The fourth-seeded Broncos will open the WCC Championship Tournament at 9 a.m. on Thursday.
  • Current team performance includes multiple student-athletes contributing wins across various pairs positions.
What's Next

The team anticipates facing off against the fifth-seeded San Francisco in their first championship match, looking to build momentum for further rounds.

Bottom Line

The honor of All-Academic selections reflects the Broncos' commitment to excellence both in the classroom and on the court, setting a high standard for future competitions.