Ben Loveard and Sakke Siltala, Texas State men's golfers, earned spots on the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District At-Large Team for their outstanding performance both in academics and athletics during the 2025-26 season. To qualify, athletes must have a GPA of 3.50 or higher and participate actively in their team's competitions. Loveard and Siltala each displayed exceptional skill, ranking among the top performers and achieving significant success on the golf course.

By the Numbers
  • Loveard finished second on the team with a 72.3 adjusted scoring average, achieving 31 counting rounds out of 33.
  • Siltala led Texas State with a 71.7 adjusted scoring average, recording 29 counting rounds in 33 opportunities.
State of Play
  • Loveard competed in all 11 tournaments, earning one top-10 and six top-25 finishes.
  • Siltala led his team in six tournaments, achieving four top-10 finishes and seven top-25 performances.
What's Next

Both athletes will look to build on their achievements in future seasons, with ongoing aspirations to excel in both academics and competitive golf.

Bottom Line

Loveard and Siltala's recognition as Academic All-District selections underscores their commitment to excellence both in the classroom and on the golf course, setting a high standard for future student-athletes.