Four Macalester College water polo players have been named to the At-Large Division III Academic All-District team by College Sports Communicators. The honored athletes include seniors Jayden Kratt, Alana Nadolski, and Jess Palmer-Sammons, along with sophomore Anna Gaisser. This program recognizes student-athletes who excel both academically and athletically, requiring a GPA of 3.50 or higher and significant participation in games. Kratt earned this accolade for the second consecutive year, while Nadolski and Palmer-Sammons made their third appearances on the list. Macalester鈥檚 recent season concluded with a 16-6 record, a CWPA Tournament title, and a third-place finish at the USA Water Polo Division III National Championship.

By the Numbers
  • Kratt registered 158 saves with an 8.18 goals against average this season.
  • Palmer-Sammons led the team with 48 goals and 32 assists, totaling 80 points in 22 games.
State of Play
  • The Macalester water polo team achieved a 16-6 overall season record.
  • They won the CWPA Tournament and made their first appearance at the USA Water Polo Division III National Championship.
What's Next

The success of these athletes could lead to increased recognition for the Macalester water polo program and potential recruitment opportunities. Continued academic and athletic performance may set the stage for the Scots to compete at higher levels in future seasons.

Bottom Line

The achievements of these student-athletes not only highlight their dedication to both their studies and sport but also underscore Macalester's growing reputation in competitive water polo at the Division III level.