2026 NCWSA Academic All-Stars Nomination

In collegiate water skiing, performance on the water is important, but many athletes excel at their academics too. While we’re proud of all our graduating skiers, a select few will be recognized as NCWSA Academic All-Stars!

Qualifications for eligibility:

  • 3.5+ GPA cumulative or last academic term
  • Graduated in the during the 2026 calendar year—this includes winter, spring, summer, or fall terms, regardless of whether their school operates on semesters or quarters.
    • Please note: Due to the transition to a calendar-year selection process, Fall 2025 graduates are able to submit their nominations to be considered alongside the 2026 candidates.
  • Skied for an NCWSA team

Deadline to nominate: June 15th, 2026

Those selected as Academic All-Stars will be announced at the end of June. Let’s recognize the dedication it takes to succeed both on the water and in the classroom!

If you have any questions email NCWSA Awards Chair JoAnn at awards@thencwsa.org

Leah Lindemeyer

NCWSA Marketing Chairwoman | Alumna & former Public Relations Chair of Michigan State Water Ski | Current Ohio State Skier