Six student-athletes from the University of Hawai'i women's track and field team have been recognized with the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District Team honors for their excellence in athletics and academics. Among the honorees, Lilian Turban leads with four selections, while Rose Forshaw, Catherine Touchette, and Tara Wyllie have received the award multiple times. This achievement marks the fourth consecutive year that Hawai'i had the maximum number of recipients, reaffirming the program's commitment to academic and athletic excellence.

By the Numbers
  • Six Rainbow Wahine earned Academic All-District honors, the maximum allowed for the 2026 season.
  • Lilian Turban is a four-time recipient, while Wyllie is a three-time honoree.
  • Rose Forshaw captured sixth place in the discus with a throw of 48.51m (159-2) at the Big West Championships.
State of Play
  • This is the fourth consecutive year Hawai'i has seen six athletes recognized for their academic achievements.
  • Turban won conference titles in high jump and shot put, enhancing her legacy as a two-time Academic All-American.
What's Next

As these athletes continue to excel, further recognition at the NCAA level may be on the horizon, particularly for participants like Samaria Vital and Tara Wyllie, who have qualified for NCAA postseason events.

Bottom Line

The consistent recognition of Hawai'i's student-athletes demonstrates their commitment to balancing competitive athletics with academic achievement, setting a high standard for future teams.