LEXINGTON, Ky. - The Worcester State University women's volleyball program has been named a recipient of the United States Marine Corps and American Volleyball Coaches Association Team Academic Award for the 2020-21 season.

"I am very proud of this team's academic accomplishment," said Worcester State head coach Bernie Chase. "It was a tough year for everyone to stay focused, and they did it extremely well."

To be eligible for the award, teams must maintain a cumulative grade point aver of 3.30 on a 4.0 scale.

Worcester State was one of 1,275 collegiate and high school teams nationwide to receive the honor. It is the fourth consecutive season the Lancers earned the AVCA award.

Release courtesy of Worcester State Sports Information