GNAC names 2026 Cross Country All-Academic Team

The Great Northwest Athletic Conference (GNAC) has announced its 2026 Cross Country All-Academic Team, featuring 134 total student-athletes. To qualify, athletes must maintain a minimum 3.20 cumulative GPA, be in at least their second season of competition, and have competed during the 2026 campaign.

Western Washington University saw significant representation with 29 student-athletes named to the team. The Viking men's team led the conference with 20 selections, while the women's team contributed nine. Notable honorees include Alanna Parker, who earned her fourth conference academic award, and Anders Norman, who maintained a 4.00 GPA.

Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) also placed nine athletes on the list. Among the NNU honorees, Noah Eichenbusch and Finnley Olson achieved perfect 4.00 GPAs. Micah Chi and Ian Stockett were recognized as repeat honorees, having earned the distinction in each of the last three seasons.