Nine student-athletes from the Emporia State men's tennis team have been recognized by the MIAA for their academic achievements. Among them, Diego Calvo and Anton Sarunic earned MIAA Scholar Athlete honors after receiving All-MIAA-GAC accolades. Sarunic was named to the Second-Team All-MIAA-GAC for singles, while Calvo received honorable mention. To qualify as Scholar Athletes, recipients must maintain at least a 3.50 GPA and be recognized with All-MIAA honors for the 2026 season. This recognition underscores the balance of academic and athletic excellence within the team's roster.

By the Numbers
  • Calvo holds a GPA of 3.78, while Sarunic has a GPA of 3.82.
  • A total of six men and three women from Emporia State made the MIAA Academic Honor Roll.
Yes, But

While the honors reflect academic success, the lack of first-year freshmen or transfers means only established students are acknowledged, potentially overlooking emerging talent.

State of Play
  • The MIAA will announce its Newcomer Academic Awards later this month.
  • Student-athletes recognized on the Honor Roll must maintain a GPA of at least 3.00.
What's Next

Future developments may include increasing recognition for outstanding incoming students and discussions around expanding eligibility criteria for honors.

Bottom Line

This acknowledgment highlights the critical intersection of academics and athletics, reinforcing the importance of educational achievements alongside competitive success.