The Mercyhurst women's hockey team achieved notable academic success with 25 student-athletes named to the Atlantic Hockey America (AHA) All-Academic Team. They tied for the highest number of honorees alongside Robert Morris. Among them, six athletes, including Maja Alenius and Tara Bach, were recognized as AHA Student-Athletes of the Year for achieving perfect 4.0 GPAs in the 2025-26 academic year. A total of 145 student-athletes from the conference were recognized for maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above. These achievements highlight the team's commitment to academic excellence alongside their athletic pursuits.

By the Numbers
  • 25 Mercyhurst athletes named to the AHA All-Academic Team.
  • 6 students awarded AHA Student-Athletes of the Year with 4.0 GPAs.
State of Play
  • 145 total student-athletes from the conference recognized for academic achievements.
  • The Mercyhurst team is recognized for a strong culture of academic performance.
What's Next

As the team prepares for future seasons, maintaining this level of academic performance will be crucial for sustaining their reputation in both athletics and academics. Future recruiting strategies may also focus on attracting players who excel in the classroom.

Bottom Line

The impressive academic achievements of the Mercyhurst women's hockey team underline the importance of balance in student-athlete performance, setting a high standard for other programs to follow.