Three members of the Bloomsburg baseball team were recognized as College Sports Communicators Academic All-District庐 honorees. Junior Matt Freda, along with redshirt-sophomores Andrew Armstrong and Grant Russo, earned this distinction for their academic and athletic achievements. Armstrong holds a 3.88 GPA and led the team in strikeouts as a pitcher, while Freda posted a .328 batting average and impressive fielding stats. Russo stood out with a perfect 4.00 GPA and a remarkable .419 batting average, earning multiple honors throughout the season.

By the Numbers
  • Grant Russo achieved a .419 batting average with 65 hits, earning D2CCA All-America Honorable Mention.
  • Andrew Armstrong recorded 55 strikeouts in 55.1 innings with three complete games and three victories.
State of Play
  • The 2026 Academic All-District庐 Baseball teams highlight student-athletes excelling both on the field and in academics.
  • Finalists from the Academic All-District庐 will advance to the national ballot for the Academic All-America庐 recognition announced on June 23.
What's Next

Following the announcement of the Academic All-District庐 honorees, finalists will compete for spots on the prestigious Academic All-America庐 team, further spotlighting their dual achievements.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Bloomsburg's student-athletes reflects their exceptional commitment to balancing academic prowess with athletic performance. This distinction not only highlights individual accomplishments but also elevates the university's reputation in both academics and sports.