University of Maryland Eastern Shore Bowlers Earn Academic Honors

Five student-athletes from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore bowling team have been recognized for their academic excellence. The Hawks bowlers were selected for the 2026 MEAC All-Academic Team based on their performance in the classroom.

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore bowling program celebrated academic achievement as five student-athletes earned spots on the 2026 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference All-Academic Team.

The Hawks bowlers recognized for their classroom excellence include Mariane Almeida, Jayda Gordon, Ara Pitts, Mariana Santos Rivero, and Sofia Tosto Valenzuela.

The MEAC All-Academic Team honors student-athletes who demonstrate outstanding performance both in their sport and in their academic studies. The recognition highlights the commitment these Hawks have shown to balancing their athletic responsibilities with their educational pursuits.

This achievement reflects the strong academic culture within the UMES bowling program and the university’s emphasis on student-athlete success beyond competition.

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