Dr. Jim Agre, Augsburg University alumnus and former soccer player and coach, has been named to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-America庐 Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Agre, a central defender for the original men's soccer team from 1968 to 1971, will be honored during a ceremony at the CSC Unite 26 Convention on June 8 in Las Vegas. He is recognized as the first inductee from a Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference school and is noted for his significant academic and athletic achievements during and after his college career.

By the Numbers
  • Agre graduated with a 3.76 GPA and earned Dean's List honors every semester.
  • He coached the Auggies for two seasons, achieving a 24-5-2 record and two MIAC titles.
State of Play
  • Agre is part of a select group, as there are only 182 members in the Academic All-America庐 Hall of Fame.
  • He is celebrated alongside notable figures such as Olympic high jumper Amy Acuff and former NFL player Sam Acho.
What's Next

The induction ceremony will take place on June 8, 2026, where Agre will formally receive honors at a national convention spotlighting his contributions to both academics and athletics.

Bottom Line

Dr. Jim Agre's recognition not only highlights his personal achievements but also sets a precedent for excellence among student-athletes in NCAA Division III, inspiring future generations to excel academically and athletically.