NEW ORLEANS, La. –  The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced its 2024 All-Academic Athletes and Teams for the 2024 NCAA Division II Cross Country season. Fairmont State University received honors both individually and as a team.

For the teams, the women's side posted a GPA of 3.27 while the men's team had a GPA of 3.24. In order to qualify for All-Academic distinction, teams must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, including the most recent grading period and compile a team score at their respective regional championship meet, among other qualifiers.

Individually, Carlina Jacquez and Megan Mitchell were honored for the women while Bailey DeMoss represented the men's side. In order to qualify for All-Academic distinction, student athletes must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 on a 4.0 scale and finish in the top-30 percent of their respective regional championship meet, among other qualifiers.

Congratulations to both teams and those individually recognized for their achievements on and off the course.