Academic All-Big 12 Rookie Team Announced

Forty-nine Texas Tech student-athletes have been named to the Academic All-Big 12 Rookie Team, a significant achievement recognizing their academic performance during the 2023-2024 academic year. This distinction is awarded to student-athletes who are in their first year of collegiate academic enrollment and hold a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or higher.

The recognized athletes represent a diverse range of sports, including football, soccer, volleyball, cross country, track and field, and golf. Their success underscores the university's commitment to fostering both athletic and academic excellence among its student body. The criteria for selection emphasize sustained academic effort from the beginning of their collegiate careers. This recognition highlights the dedication these student-athletes demonstrate in balancing rigorous training schedules with demanding academic coursework, setting a strong precedent for their future endeavors at Texas Tech University.