Tiffin University's men's golf team has received the 2025-26 PLATFORM Golf Team Academic Award, awarded by the Golf Coaches Association of America. They were among 155 schools recognized for achieving an average team GPA of 3.5 or higher. Additionally, six student-athletes earned Cobalt Golf All-America Scholar honors, marking them as exemplary in both academic and athletic performance, with their six awards tied for the most in NCAA Division II. To qualify, student-athletes must meet specific academic and performance criteria, emphasizing both excellence in golf and academics.

By the Numbers
  • 331 schools awarded the PLATFORM Golf Team Academic Award.
  • 155 schools received the Presidents Special Recognition for an average team GPA of 3.5 or above.
  • Six student-athletes recognized as Cobalt Golf All-America Scholars from Tiffin University, tying for the most in NCAA Division II.
Yes, But

Despite the achievements, maintaining consistently high academic standards is challenging for all athletic programs, particularly in the NCAA where student-athletes juggle rigorous training and competition schedules.

State of Play
  • Tiffin University men's golf team finished third out of 11 at the 2026 G-MAC Championship.
  • Student-athletes Mitchell Brassard and Winston Brown were recognized on the G-MAC All-Conference Team.
What's Next

The men's golf team aims to build on this momentum as they prepare for the upcoming season, with increased focus on maintaining academic excellence while enhancing their competitive performance.

Bottom Line

The recognition of Tiffin University鈥檚 men's golf team underscores the importance of balancing athletics with academics, proving that high performance can be achieved both on the course and in the classroom.