RIVER FALLS, Wis. — The U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) today announced its 2024 All-Academic Teams, with both the UW-River Falls men's and women's cross country teams earning recognition. UWRF sophomore Laina Viere earned 2024 Women's Cross Country All-Academic recognition.

Viere's recognition on the All-Academic team comes in addition to her finish as UWRF's top runner at the WIAC championships this year. In order to qualify for All-Academic distinction, student athletes must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.30 on a 4.0 scale and finish in the top-25 percent of their respective regional championship meet.

As a team, the Falcons women's team accumulated a 3.61 GPA, while the men's team finished with a 3.16. In order to qualify for All-Academic distinction, teams must have a cumulative GPA of 3.1 on a 4.0 scale, including the most recent grading period, among other qualifiers.