Colton Sessoms, a standout from UNC Greensboro's men's soccer team, has been awarded a prestigious Bob McCloskey Insurance Scholarship as part of the Southern Conference's (SoCon) 2025-26 postgraduate scholarships. This honor recognizes his exceptional balance of academics, athletics, and community service. The scholarship, valued at $2,000, will be presented at the SoCon awards dinner in Savannah, Georgia, this coming June. Sessoms plans to pursue a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, inspired by his own rehabilitation experiences as a student-athlete.

By the Numbers
  • Sessoms played 74 games for UNCG, scoring 6 goals and providing 6 assists.
  • The Spartans had a 37-19-22 overall record during his tenure.
  • Sessoms earned multiple academic honors, including being named to the SoCon All-Freshman Team and the Chancellor's List.
Yes, But

While Sessoms' achievements are commendable, the SoCon scholarships can only support a limited number of qualified athletes each year, highlighting the competitiveness of this recognition.

State of Play
  • Sessoms' scholarship is part of a broader SoCon initiative to support student-athletes' educational goals.
  • This year's recipients were selected based on rigorous evaluations in academics, athletics, and community involvement.
What's Next

Following his scholarship award, Sessoms will start preparing for his graduate studies in physical therapy, potentially impacting future generations of athletes through his work in rehabilitation.

Bottom Line

Sessoms' achievement underscores the importance of balancing academic excellence and athletic commitment, serving as a model for future student-athletes in the SoCon and beyond.