MANHEIM, PA. – Eight University of Sioux Falls women's wrestling student-athletes have been recognized as 2025 NWCA Scholar All-Americans, the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) announced Thursday. The honor highlights their commitment to excellence both on the mat and in the classroom.

To earn NWCA Scholar All-American status, wrestlers must meet one of the following criteria:

• Finish as a top-eight placer at nationals with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
• Compete in a minimum of 15 matches recorded in TrackWrestling while maintaining at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA.
• Qualify for nationals with at least a 3.25 cumulative GPA.

"The NWCA is proud to honor these outstanding individuals who demonstrate excellence on the mat and in the classroom as well," said NWCA Executive Director Mike Moyer.

USF's 2025 NWCA Scholar All-Americans:

• Brinley Green – Sophomore, English Education
• Kylie Hulse – Junior, Business Administration
• Maizy Mathis – Freshman, Exercise Science & Psychology
• Ava McNeal – Sophomore, Nursing
• Addaly Pals-Miller – Freshman, Criminal Justice
• Rei Ogden – Sophomore, History & Political Science Education
• Diann Smith – Freshman, Music Education
• Lanna Walter – Freshman, Business Administration

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