Buena Vista, VA - The NFCHA announced the recipients of two separate awards. First, they recognized student-athletes who are part of the 2024 Division lll National Academic Squad. This recognizes student-athletes who have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher through the fall semester. Azure Dill, Elizabeth Marble, Karenna Olson, and Audrey Tross were all recognized for the award. 

In addition to their recognition on the National Academic Squad, Dill, Marble and Olson earned a place on the 2024 Division lll Scholars of Distinction list. It acknowledges students-athletes who have achieved a cumulative GPA of 3.9 or higher through the fall semester and were nominated by their member coaches. Just 550 athletes from 135 institutions were recognized as Scholars of Distinction.

In addition to their accomplishments in the classroom, Dill, Marble, Olson, and Tross all started in a combined 38 games during their fall season and were key pieces in the Knights' starting lineup. They combined for 24 shots and several defensive saves. For the most up-to-date information and details on Southern Virginia athletics, visit knightathletics.com and follow @svuathletics on Instagram.