FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 9, 2013
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Southern New Hampshire University sophomore Brad Campion of the men's soccer team and American International College senior Bryony Parker of the women's soccer team were the recipients of the respective Elite 89 awards at the 2013 NCAA Division II Soccer Championships.
The Elite 89, an award founded by the NCAA, recognizes the true essence of the student-athlete by honoring the individual who has reached the pinnacle of competition at the national championship level in his or her sport, while also achieving the highest academic standard among his or her peers. The Elite 89 is presented to the student-athlete with the highest cumulative grade-point average participating at the finals site for each of the NCAA's championships.
Campion, majoring in History and Social Studies Education, currently carries a 3.968 GPA. He was presented with the award during the Division II Men's and Women's Soccer Championship banquet held Wednesday night at Savannah Rapids Park.
Meanwhile Parker carries a 3.99 GPA at American Int'l.
Eligible student-athletes are sophomores or above who have participated in their sport for at least two years with their school. They must be an active member of the team, traveling and a designated member of the squad size at the championship. All ties are broken by the number of credits completed.
For more information on the Elite 89 award winners, log on to NCAA.com/elite89.
- Photo courtesy Jason Laferriere, AIC Athletics -
- Additional Info Provided by AIC, SNHU Athletics Communications -
