Student athletes honored

Christina M. Rafel

Sports Editor

The California Commission on Athletics Awards Committee announced the 2006 men’s honor roll on Feb. 27.

Allen Smith, a former Shasta College baseball player, was among one of the students to receive the prestigious award.

Smith is currently playing baseball for Albilene Christian University in Texas. He is playing on a full scholarship, rightfully deserved from his excellence on and off the field.

In a press release issued by the Athletic department a representative said, “Allen exudes a work ethic that is second to none both on and off the field and is an outstanding role model for young athletes.”

Smith maintained a 3.95 GPA during his time on the Knight team and won Golden Valley conference honors at first baseball playing seems to be a trend in academic honors; the 2005-2006 Scholar Team awards included the Lady Knights softball team.

The team had a group GPA of 3.21, a hard achievement with the grueling practices each team at Shasta College faces.

The team was ranked number one out of 369 junior colleges in California and placed 11 out of the nation.

Three returning softball players are back for another go; Sarah Jamison (pitcher), Hannah Larson (outfielder), and Amanda Wentz (third base).

The academic performance of these talented and dedicated athletes will be a tough act to follow for students to come as Shasta College has many talented athletes that are focused on academic excellence in addition to sports.