Keiser University鈥檚 Shaheed Alam has been named the NAIA Academic All-America Team Member of the Year for the second straight season, highlighting his outstanding athletic and academic achievements. Alam, along with Didrik Liljekvist, who also received first-team honors, represents the top student-athletes in men's tennis as selected by College Sports Communicators. This recognition underscores their performance both on the court and in the classroom, with Alam boasting a stellar record and ranking as the No. 1 singles player in the NAIA. Liljekvist has also excelled, maintaining an undefeated singles record while achieving All-America honors for the first time in his career.

By the Numbers
  • Shaheed Alam: 19-3 overall in singles, 22-4 in doubles, No. 1 NAIA singles ranking.
  • Didrik Liljekvist: 12-0 in singles against NAIA ranked opponents, finished at No. 4 in ITA Rankings.
Yes, But

Despite their success, competition in collegiate tennis remains fierce, with numerous other athletes also vying for similar accolades, making it a challenge to sustain such high performance levels annually.

State of Play
  • Alam has achieved All-America honors for four consecutive seasons.
  • Liljekvist has maintained All-Sun Conference First-Team honors for three straight years.
What's Next

Looking ahead, both players will aim to build on their current successes in the upcoming season and make significant contributions to their team's performance, while continuing to excel academically.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Alam and Liljekvist reinforces the importance of balancing academic excellence and athletic performance, setting a high standard for future athletes. Their achievements demonstrate that dedication off the court can complement success on it.