Six Colorado Mesa University athletes, including golfer Leo Lavalle and five lacrosse players, have been named to the NCAA Division II Academic All-District庐 Team for Men's At-Large Sports by College Sports Communicators. Lavalle and four of the lacrosse players are now on the national ballot for Academic All-America庐 honors. Notably, Kirschke and Schreiber have received this recognition consecutively. To qualify, student-athletes must possess a GPA of 3.50 or higher and meet specific participation standards. The Maverick women's teams also had six selections across various sports.

By the Numbers
  • Leo Lavalle holds a 3.66 GPA and posted a team-leading scoring average of 71.28.
  • Deuce Kirschke has a 3.80 GPA and was named First Team All-RMAC for the third consecutive season.
  • Caleb Schreiber graduated with a perfect 4.00 GPA and won the RMAC Academic Player of the Year in 2025.
State of Play
  • The Maverick men's lacrosse team achieved three RMAC regular season and tournament championships during Kirschke's career.
  • Lavalle was instrumental in leading the golf team to their first title and a national ranking of No. 20.
What's Next

The announcement of the Academic All-America庐 honors will take place on July 8, potentially recognizing more Maverick athletes for their academic excellence.

Bottom Line

This recognition underscores Colorado Mesa University鈥檚 commitment to academic excellence and athletic achievement, showcasing student-athletes who excel in both areas.