UNC Asheville Stars Shine Academically | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

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"Call your mom." - A Message From Corey

Bulldogs Excel Academically and Athletically | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

Ninety-seven UNC Asheville student-athletes earned the Big South Conference Presidential Honor Roll for the 2025-26 academic year, showcasing an extraordinary commitment to academics alongside athletics—with 77.56% of eligible athletes making the cut. Twenty-eight Bulldogs achieved a perfect 4.0 GPA, earning the Commissioner’s Award, while 61 others landed the Gold Award for GPAs between 3.75 and 3.99. Director of Athletics Janet R. Cone praised them as living proof of the school’s academic-first philosophy, proving excellence isn’t just on the field but in the classroom too. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/aebe82407d0629de

"Only Rock With Real Ones." - A Message from Corey

"Only Rock With Real Ones." - A Message from Corey

LJ Thorpe Heads to France | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

LJ Thorpe, UNC Asheville’s basketball standout, is making his mark on the global stage—heading to France to play for BCM Gravelines-Dunkerque in one of Europe’s elite leagues. After dominating college hoops with over 1,200 points and 290 assists, Thorpe’s pro career has soared: he’s already lit up Germany’s Hamburg Towers with 11+ points and 4+ assists per game, and even stepped up in EuroCup play. With stops in Finland, Lithuania, and now France, Thorpe’s rise proves he’s a rising star ready to compete at the highest levels—and he’s helping put UNC Asheville on the international map. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c53f272d641c9dcf

UNC Asheville Stars Shine Academically | UNC Asheville Bulldogs Basketball News

UNC Asheville’s men’s basketball team just shattered its own record, with five student-athletes—Brayden Rivers, Connor Dubsky, Daniel Thomas, DJ Patrick, and Jakel Powell—named to the prestigious NABC Honors Court for the 2025-26 academic year. These standout players, all juniors, seniors, or grad students, earned the honor for maintaining a 3.2 GPA or higher, joining over 2,300 top-tier student-athletes nationwide. The NABC’s Craig Robinson praised their academic grit, reinforcing that excellence on the court and in the classroom go hand in hand. With the 2026-27 season looming, fans can secure tickets now at UNCABulldogs.com/tickets—because when athletes dominate both arenas, it’s worth cheering for. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/65eb78b44e9c747f