Basketball | 8/9/2024 12:44:00 PM

DENTON, Texas (August 9. 2024) – During their 2023-24 historical season, the Texas Woman's basketball team reached new heights in success in competition on the court. While winning championships and progressing in the national tournament, the Pioneers also stayed committed to excellence in academics.

During the 2023-24 academic year, the Pioneers earned a 3.810 cumulative grade point average (GPA). Their 3.810 GPA ranked fourth in the nation among Division II women's basketball collegiate programs, as recognized by the Women's Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA).

With a 3.875 GPA, Ashland claimed the top GPA in Division II. St. Cloud State (3.847) and Montana State Billings (3.824) took second and third respectively.

The WBCA recognizes the Academic Top 25 Team Honor Rolls for NCAA Division I, II, II and NAIA programs. For each division, the Top 25 teams were ranked, and teams having a 3.0 combined GPA, who qualified for consideration but did not make the Top 25, were listed as special mentions in their respective divisions.

TWU was one of two Lone Star Conference programs recognized in the Top 25. Lubbock Christian celebrated a 3.801 GPA and ranked sixth in Division II.

"I am so proud of our team for their commitment to bring their best in all they do," said TWU Head Basketball Coach Beth Jillson. "During a long season, they prioritized time management and put themselves in great position to be excellent on the court and excellent in the classroom. They are students first and each of them know the and prioritize the importance of academics. They do a great job of motivating each other to be their best in the classroom and on the court."