ATLANTA – The Southwest Minnesota State University women's basketball team has been recognized by the Women's Basketball Coaches Association on Tuesday, earning Academic Division II Top 25 Special Mention for its success in the classroom during the 2024-25 academic year. 
 
The Mustangs posted a 3.649 cumulative grade point average for the year, just missing a spot among the Top 25.
 
"The WBCA is pleased to recognize those women's basketball programs that have committed themselves to excellence on the court and in the classroom," said WBCA Executive Director Danielle Donehew. "The 119 teams we honor this year strive to achieve all-around success and we commend their efforts. Congratulations!"
 
SMSU had nine student-athletes named to the NSIC All-Academic team this past season, while seniors Peyton Blandin and Bri Stoltzman, along with sophomore Brynn Busse all earned CSC Academic All-District honors. In April, Stoltzman was named first team CSC Academic All-American.
 
SMSU set a program record with 28 wins this past season, while advancing to the NCAA tournament for the third time in program history. SMSU, which finished the season 28-5 overall, won its first two NCAA tournament games before losing in the NCAA Central Region Championship game.