Madison Clause and Caleb Christensen have been named to the RMAC All-Academic First Team, underscoring their academic and athletic excellence. Both athletes repeated their successes from the indoor season, contributing to Chadron State's record of 32 athletes on the All-Academic Honor Roll, with 19 women and 13 men recognized. Clause achieved a perfect 4.00 GPA and ranked 18th in pole vaulting, while Christensen maintained a 3.94 GPA and excelled in multiple throwing events. This recognition highlights their commitment to both athletics and academics within the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.

By the Numbers
  • 19 women and 13 men from Chadron State made the All-Academic Honor Roll.
  • Clause cleared 3.23 meters (10 feet, 7 inches) in pole vaulting this season.
  • Christensen achieved a career-best discus throw of 42.91 meters (140-9).
Yes, But

While both athletes excelled academically and athletically, competition within the RMAC remains fierce, with numerous top-performing scholars and athletes vying for similar honors and recognition. The depth of talent among students in the conference highlights the continuous challenge to maintain academic excellence alongside athletic performance.

State of Play
  • The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference continues to promote academic achievements alongside athletic excellence.
  • Clause and Christensen are part of a growing trend of student-athletes balancing strong performances in their respective sports while maintaining high GPAs.
What's Next

Looking ahead, both Clause and Christensen will aim to duplicate their academic achievements in future seasons while continuing to improve their athletic performances at upcoming meets. Additionally, continued recognition in the RMAC may lead to further opportunities for scholarships and careers in athletics.

Bottom Line

Madison Clause and Caleb Christensen exemplify the ideal of a student-athlete who achieves at the highest levels academically and athletically. Their recognition serves as motivation for others to strive for balance and excellence in both domains as they represent Chadron State in the RMAC.