The St. Mary’s College women’s basketball team has once again been recognized for its academic excellence, earning a special mention on the 2024-25 WBCA Academic Top 25 Team Honor Rolls. Announced on July 22, 2025, by the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) in Atlanta, this marks the fourth consecutive year that the Seahawks have achieved this honor, posting a 3.280 team GPA for the 2024-25 academic year. The recognition highlights the team’s commitment to balancing athletic success with academic rigor in Southern Maryland.

The WBCA Academic Top 25 celebrates women’s basketball teams across NCAA Division I, II, and III, NAIA, and two-year colleges with the highest combined GPAs for the season. St. Mary’s College women’s basketball stood out among four United East Conference teams, alongside Penn State Harrisburg, Gallaudet University, and Wilson College, all earning special mentions for maintaining at least a 3.0 GPA.

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Academic and Athletic Success

The St. Mary’s College women’s basketball team’s 3.280 GPA reflects the dedication of its student-athletes, who excelled in the classroom while achieving a stellar 20-8 overall record (15-1 UEC) in the 2024-25 season. This marked the program’s first 20-win season since 1999-2000, when the Seahawks went 23-4 but fell 73-54 to Salisbury University in the Capital Athletic Conference Tournament championship. The 2024-25 season’s success underscores the team’s ability to thrive both academically and athletically.

The WBCA’s recognition, now in its 30th year, places St. Mary’s College women’s basketball among the nation’s top academic programs. The special mention category, introduced four years ago, honors teams with a 3.0 or higher GPA that qualify for Top 25 consideration in their divisions, showcasing the Seahawks’ consistent academic performance.

Pride in Southern Maryland

St. Mary’s College women’s basketball has become a source of pride for St. Mary’s County, blending athletic achievement with academic excellence. The team’s success resonates with the Southern Maryland community, where the college is a hub for education and athletics. The Seahawks’ 3.28 GPA highlights their discipline, a quality that translates from the classroom to the court, as evidenced by their dominant United East Conference performance.

The recognition also reflects the broader strength of the United East Conference, with St. Mary’s College women’s basketball joining three other conference teams in earning WBCA honors. This collective achievement underscores the conference’s commitment to fostering well-rounded student-athletes.

Looking Ahead

As St. Mary’s College women’s basketball prepares for the upcoming season, the team’s academic and athletic achievements set a high standard. The Seahawks’ fourth consecutive WBCA special mention reinforces their reputation as a program that values education as much as competition. Fans and supporters in Southern Maryland can stay updated on the team’s progress through official college and WBCA channels.

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