Georgia Gwinnett College's men's tennis team shines academically, earning two NAIA Academic All-American honors for the 2026 season. Senior Luis Francisco Sampedro received first-team accolades and is a two-time awardee, while sophomore Gian Durrer was recognized as a second-team honoree. To qualify, athletes must maintain a 3.5 GPA, participate in at least 75% of matches, and be at least sophomores. This recognition places Georgia Gwinnett among the top programs nationally with five men鈥檚 tennis Academic All-Americans. The department has achieved 50 Academic All-American accolades over the past decade.

By the Numbers
  • Sampedro has a 15-1 singles record and 17-1 in doubles for the 2026 season.
  • Durrer posted a 15-2 doubles record and an 11-2 singles record during the same season.
State of Play
  • Georgia Gwinnett's men's tennis team remains undefeated at 25-0 for the 2026 season.
  • The team has won 11 national titles, tying for the most in NAIA men's tennis history.
What's Next

Looking ahead, Georgia Gwinnett will aim to build on its academic and athletic success in future seasons, with continued focus on maintaining high academic standards while competing at the highest levels of college tennis.

Bottom Line

The achievements of Sampedro and Durrer underscore Georgia Gwinnett College's commitment to excellence in both academics and athletics, reinforcing the program's legacy as a powerhouse in NAIA men's tennis.