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Kansas City, Kan. — Bethel College proudly announces its 2026 NAIA Winter Scholar-Athletes, honoring student-athletes from Women's Basketball, Men's Basketball, and Competitive Dance for their excellence in the classroom and in competition.
To qualify as an NAIA Scholar-Athlete, students must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, appear on the eligibility certificate for their sport, and have attended their institution for at least one full year. This year's honorees represent a strong commitment to academic achievement while competing at a high level in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Women's Basketball
Bethel Women's Basketball placed eight student-athletes on the NAIA Scholar-Athlete list:
Men's Basketball
Five members of the Bethel Men's Basketball program earned NAIA Scholar-Athlete recognition:
Competitive Dance
Five members of Bethel Competitive Dance were named NAIA Scholar-Athletes:
The dance program continues to set a high academic standard, with multiple upperclassmen earning recognition for sustained academic excellence during their time at Bethel.
Across all three programs, Bethel's 2026 NAIA Winter Scholar-Athletes represent the heart of Thresher Athletics — student-athletes who pursue excellence in every arena. Their dedication to maintaining a 3.5 GPA or higher while competing in the KCAC is a testament to the culture of accountability and commitment within Bethel College Athletics.
