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UTEP women’s golf earns six WGCA All-American Scholar selections
By Paige Wood at KVIA ABC-7
· July 13, 2026
· 2 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Six members of the UTEP women's golf team have been recognized for their achievements in the classroom and on the course, earning spots on the 2025-26 Women's Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) All-American Scholar team.
The honor was announced Monday, July 13th and recog...
Key takeaway The honor was announced Monday, July 13th and recognizes student-athletes who maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The recognition of six UTEP women's golf team members as WGCA All-American Scholars is a testament to the university's commitment to academic excellence and athletic achievement. This honor not only reflects well on the individual student-athletes but also on the university's ability to support and nurture their academic and athletic pursuits. The fact that these students have maintained high GPAs in demanding fields such as psychology, criminal justice, and business while competing at a high level in their sport is a notable achievement. The local community can take pride in the fact that UTEP is producing well-rounded individuals who are exceling in multiple areas. The hiring of Paige Wood as a weekend sports anchor at KVIA ABC-7 also highlights the career opportunities available to UTEP graduates, demonstrating the university's role in developing talented and skilled professionals who can contribute to the local community.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Six members of the UTEP women's golf team have been recognized for their achievements in the classroom and on the course, earning spots on the 2025-26 Women's Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) All-American Scholar team.
The honor was announced Monday, July 13th and recog...
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