Southern Connecticut State University women's track and field achieved a remarkable milestone by placing 11 student-athletes on the 2026 NE10 Academic All-Conference team. Key contributors include Uliana Pokutnia, Abigail Bajorek, Joelle Budz, Courtney Henchcliffe, and others. Henchcliffe notably completed a historic year, winning multiple Athlete of the Year awards and breaking the outdoor program record in the 5000m. The program also celebrated team success, including winning the NE10 Championship and NCAA East Regional title.

By the Numbers
  • 11 student-athletes named to the NE10 Academic All-Conference team.
  • Courtney Henchcliffe progressed to earn three Athlete of the Year honors in one season.
State of Play
  • Henchcliffe won the NE10 5000m and set a new program record with a time of 17:04.82.
  • Team secured a second NE10 Championship in program history and second NCAA East Regional title.
What's Next

Looking ahead, SCSU women's track and field looks to build on this momentum, shaping a strong recruitment strategy to maintain their competitive edge. They aim to further enhance academic performance while continuing their athletic success in the upcoming seasons.

Bottom Line

The achievement of 11 student-athletes on the NE10 Academic All-Conference team solidifies SCSU's commitment to excellence both academically and athletically, highlighting a promising future for the program.