PRESTON REPEATS AS ACADEMIC ALL-DISTRICT

South Dakota State defender Rachel Preston was named Thursday to the NCAA Division I 2020-21 Academic All-District 6 Women's Soccer Team, which is selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America.

A repeat selection to the 13-player squad, Preston has maintained a 3.91 grade-point average throughout her collegiate career as a nursing major. She will advance to the national ballot for Academic All-America consideration.

Preston, a two-time Academic All-League selection, logged the most minutes among the Jackrabbits this season (1,530) and was a part of all 12 shutouts. The Lakeville, Minnesota, defender saw the team allow a league-low five goals in 2021 and post a 0.29 goals-against average, which was good for second in the nation. Preston was selected to the All-Summit League Second Team.

The 2020-21 Academic All-District and All-America programs recognize the nation's top student-athletes for their combined performances on the field and in the classroom. The Academic All-District 6 Team is made up of student-athletes from institutions in Arkansas, Iowa, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Wyoming. Candidates must be at least a sophomore in athletic and academic standing, a starter or key reserve on his team and carry at least a 3.3 GPA.

-GoJacks.com-

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