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James Madison University’s swim and dive team has earned national praise for academic excellence, receiving the CSCAA Scholar All-America Team award for the Spring 2025 semester. The Dukes posted a strong team GPA of 3.57, well above the required 3.0.
In addition to the team honor, seven JMU swimmers and divers were named CSCAA Scholar All-Americans, achieving GPAs of 3.5 or higher while meeting NCAA “B” standards or qualifying for diving zone meets.
The honorees include Riley Bridgman, Alexa Holloway, Natalie Jones, Emma LaFountain, Maddie O’Mera, Jess Pryne, and Kate Vitolo. Highlights include Bridgman’s gold medals in breaststroke events, Holloway’s record-setting diving performances, and Pryne’s fourth straight conference title in the 400 IM. Each student-athlete excelled both academically and athletically, showcasing JMU’s dedication to supporting success in and out of the pool.
SOURCE: RocktownNow