Two Sterling College golfers, Sondre Storli Jensen and Zach Surface, have been awarded the 2025-26 Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar honors by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA). This recognition is reserved for athletes who maintain a stroke average below 78.0, compete in at least half of their team's rounds, and uphold a minimum GPA of 3.2. A total of 83 NAIA athletes from 30 schools received this prestigious honor for their outstanding academic and athletic performance. Texas Wesleyan led with seven recipients, the highest from any institution this year. The awards highlight the balance between academics and sportsmanship among collegiate golfers.

By the Numbers
  • A total of 83 NAIA athletes were honored as Cobalt Golf All-America Scholars.
  • Texas Wesleyan had the most recipients with 7 among the 30 schools represented.
State of Play
  • Cobalt Golf has established itself as a premier brand among collegiate golf performance evaluations.
  • The GCAA continues to promote the dual achievements of academic and athletic excellence.
What's Next

Future selections for academic honors may continue to emphasize the importance of maintaining high standards in both sports and academics, potentially increasing competition among athletes. Anticipated developments could include more schools recognizing their athletes for academic achievements on national platforms.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Jensen and Surface underscores the significance of academic excellence in sports, demonstrating that success on the course goes hand in hand with achievement in the classroom.