Ondracek, Men's Cross Country team honored

Tiffin University's men's cross country team earned an academic honor.
Tiffin University's men's cross country team earned an academic honor.

Tiffin University's men's cross country team was named a USTFCCCA All Academic Team following their 2021 season.

In addition, Nathaniel Ondracek was named a USTFCCCA All Academic Athlete.

Overall, there were 98 different programs who were named All-Academic Teams for their efforts during the 2021 season. 

In order to qualify for All-Academic distinction, teams must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, including the most recent grading period and compile a team score at their respective regional championship meet, among other qualifiers.

Overall, there were 275 men from 98 different institutions who were named All-Academic Athletes for their efforts during the 2021 season.

In order to qualify for All-Academic distinction, student athletes must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.25 on a 4.0 scale and finish in the top-30 percent of their respective regional championship meet, among other qualifiers.

Ondracek placed 26th at regionals and was a First Team All GMAC pick after his 6th place finish.