Baseball | 4/18/2024 12:00:00 PM

GOODWELL,Okla-The Oklahoma Panhandle State Beta Chapter of Chi Alpha Sigma hosted its annual National College Athletes Honors Banquet on Wednesday, April 17th, in the Student Union ballroom. This annual event celebrates excellence, recognizing student-athletes who have excelled in academics and athletics. 

Chi Alpha Sigma, the only national honor society exclusively for collegiate student-athletes, sets the bar high for achievement. It focuses on the 'Four A's': Academics, Attitude, and Achievement, all encapsulated within the motto 'Excellence in Athletics and Academics.' 

Eligibility for membership in this honorable organization entails maintaining a minimum 3.4 GPA, Junior standing (60 credit hours/two full semesters at OPSU), while demonstrating exceptional performance in their respective sports by earning a letter.  

The banquet magnified with Panhandle State President Dr. Julie Dinger as the keynote speaker, was a testament to the commitment and perseverance of these outstanding individuals. 

Chi Alpha Sigma Chapter Advisor Stacy Nordquist commended the remarkable achievements of this year's honorees. Stacy Nordquist, in particular, played a pivotal role in the evening's proceedings, personally presenting each inductee with a certificate acknowledging their induction into Chi Alpha Sigma. 

Twenty deserving student-athletes were presented with this prestigious honor, symbolizing their unwavering commitment to excellence both on the field and in the classroom. These individuals, who have left an indelible mark on our organization, were presented with cords to proudly display their affiliation during their respected graduation ceremonies. 

The student-athletes honored at this year's induction include: 

Juan Javier Paredes 

Ryota Kusumoto 

Kenzie Monroe 

Kieley Stegman 

Paige Pearson 

Caitlyn Ambrose 

Kyle Cavender 

Marissa Oestmann 

Evan Meashaw 

Thomas Garcia-Mejia 

Ntandoyenkosi Tshuma 

Aaron Smith 

Mallory Maltese 

Rylin Baker 

Chloe Browning 

Meagan Bellar 

Toni Shawnee 

Kaycee Torres 

Taylor Blanton 

Koral Sylestine 

Their dedication, leadership, and academic talent inspire the entire Panhandle State community. We extend our sincere congratulations and best wishes for their future endeavors as they continue to pursue excellence.