Nine student-athletes of National Park College’s (NPC’s) athletics programs were named
to the NJCAA’s All-Academic Teams this week, which recognizes dedication in the classroom
in addition to their athletic responsibilities.
Sophomores Katie Walthall (Little Rock) of NPC women’s basketball and freshman Braylin
McKinley (Fort Smith) of NPC men’s basketball were named to the NJCAA All-Academic
Second Team for carrying a GPA between 3.80-3.99 this season.
Sophomores Panama H-Mendez (Miami, FL) of NPC baseball and Sarah Todd (Conway) of
NPC softball and freshmen Allison Cowart (Bentonville), Brooke Nalley (Alvarado, TX)
and Lillie Webb (Quitman) of NPC softball, freshman Kyra Hargrove (Perryville) of
NPC women’s basketball, and freshman Payton Windham (Maud, TX) of NPC baseball were
named to the NJCAA All-Academic Third Team for carrying a GPA between 3.60-3.79 this
season.
"Anytime we have Nighthawks honored at the national level it is a thrill,” NPC Athletic
Director Jason Hudnell said. “But to have Academic All Americans from a variety of
our sports really excites me! We are committed to running a holistic athletic program
where our student-athletes excel both in the classroom and the playing arena. I am
so proud of the efforts and accomplishments of these young men and women."
Photos of each of the honorees can be located in our online photo library.
For more information on schedules, rosters and more, visit np.edu/athletics. Fans can also follow the Nighthawks all season on social media.
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