Dec. 15, 2006

MILWAUKEE - The Marquette University women's soccer team has been recognized by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America for their excellence in the classroom.

For the 10th consecutive season, the Golden Eagles earned the NSCAA Team Academic Award, compiling a 3.36 grade-point average. To be considered for the award, a team must have a 3.0 GPA or better

"Congratulations to our entire team. Our players strive to be the very best in the classroom, on the field and in the community." said head coach Markus Roeders. "We are proud of their academic accomplishments and that our program has garnered this team academic award for the tenth consecutive year."