LSU Baseball Champions Also Excel Academically: Eight Named to SEC Honor Roll
BATON ROUGE, La. – Demonstrating a commitment to excellence both on and off the diamond, eight members of Louisiana State University’s (LSU) recently crowned 2025 National Champion baseball team have earned recognition on the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Academic Honor Roll. This achievement underscores the program’s dedication to fostering well-rounded student-athletes.
A Legacy of Academic Success
LSU baseball’s consistent academic performance is a point of pride for the university. As 2007, Tiger players have been acknowledged wiht SEC Academic Honor Roll accolades an impressive 191 times. This sustained success highlights the support system in place for student-athletes, enabling them to balance the demands of a rigorous athletic schedule with challenging coursework. Nationally, the average GPA for Division I baseball players hovers around 3.0,but LSU consistently surpasses this benchmark,reflecting a strong academic culture within the program.
2025 Honor Roll Recipients & Fields of Study
The eight LSU baseball players recognized for their academic achievements in 2025 represent a diverse range of academic pursuits. The honorees and their respective majors are:
Kade Anderson (Pitcher) – sport Administration
Jake Brown (Outfielder) – Sport Administration
Jared Jones (First Baseman) – Sport Administration
Ashton Larson (Outfielder) – Interdisciplinary Studies
steven Milam (Shortstop) – Sport Administration
Mic Paul (Outfielder) – International Trade & Finance
DJ Primeaux (Pitcher) – Construction Management
Kade Woods (Pitcher) – Sport administration
All-district Recognition Further Highlights Academic prowess
Adding to their academic accolades, pitchers Kade Anderson, outfielder Jake Brown, and shortstop Steven Milam were previously selected to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District team earlier this month. Anderson, in particular, boasts a notable GPA of 3.57 while pursuing a degree in Sport Administration. This dual recognition – both SEC Academic Honor Roll and All-District honors – exemplifies the high caliber of student-athletes within the LSU baseball program.
These achievements are notably noteworthy considering the time commitment required for collegiate athletics. Student-athletes often navigate demanding travel schedules,intense training regimens,and competitive pressures,all while maintaining the academic standards necessary for honor roll selection. The success of these eight players serves as an inspiration to their teammates and a testament to the value LSU places on academic excellence.