CLARKSDALE, Miss. — Nine Coahoma Community College student-athletes earned national academic honors on the 2025-2026 National Junior College Athletic Association All-Academic teams.

The national association recognizes student-athletes across three academic teams based on cumulative grade point average: First Team (4.00 GPA), Second Team (3.80–3.99 GPA), and Third Team (3.60–3.79 GPA). Student-athletes must complete a minimum of two semesters of college coursework and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.60 or higher while participating in varsity athletics to qualify.

Coahoma baseball led the athletic department with eight selections, while men's basketball added one honoree. Two Tiger student-athletes achieved perfect 4.00 GPAs to earn First Team honors, four student-athletes earned Second Team recognition, and three student-athletes secured Third Team selections.
 

2025-2026 NJCAA All-Academic Student-Athletes
 

NJCAA All-Academic First Team (4.00 GPA)

• Anderson Walker — Baseball, Sophomore

• Bryce Williams — Baseball, Freshman

NJCAA All-Academic Second Team (3.80–3.99 GPA)

• Tanner Bridgewater — Baseball, Freshman

• Gabe Colón — Baseball, Sophomore

• Ja'veon Dennis-Howard — Men's Basketball, Freshman

• Colyn West — Baseball, Sophomore

NJCAA All-Academic Third Team (3.60–3.79 GPA)

• William Baker — Baseball, Freshman

• John Wyatt Massey — Baseball, Sophomore

• Tierral Rials — Baseball, Freshman

National academic honors reflect Coahoma Community College's dedication to athletic achievement, classroom performance, and transfer readiness across all sports programs.

About Coahoma Community College

Founded in 1949, Coahoma Community College is a public, comprehensive, historically Black community college serving the heart of the Mississippi Delta. Coahoma offers Associate of Arts degrees, Associate of Applied Science degrees, and specialized certificates across dozens of diverse academic and career pathways. Located on a 99-acre campus in Clarksdale, Mississippi, the College is celebrating 77 years of academic excellence. In addition to its affordable tuition and generous scholarship opportunities, Coahoma has earned widespread recognition in nursing and health sciences, career-technical education, and university transfer programs. Outside of the classroom, students are involved in competitive NJCAA athletics as well as a variety of organizations and clubs, including student government, the celebrated college choir, and the renowned Marching Maroon Typhoon.