ALLENDALE, MICH. - Zoe Ziegler, a sophomore on the GVSU women's lacrosse team, was the recipient of the Elite 90 award for the 2023 NCAA Division II Women's Lacrosse Championship.
 
Zielger, who is a biochemistry major, currently carries a 4.0 GPA through her time at Grand Valley. Ziegler was presented with the award during the after the Lakers practice this afternoon down in Indianapolis as they prepare for the NCAA Final Four on Friday.
 
The Elite 90, an award founded by the NCAA, recognizes the true essence of the student-athlete by honoring the individual who has reached the pinnacle of competition at the national championship level in his or her sport, while also achieving the highest academic standard among his or her peers. The Elite 90 is presented to the student-athlete with the highest cumulative grade-point average participating at the finals site for each of the NCAA's championships.
 
Eligible student-athletes are sophomores or above academically who have participated in a sport for at least two years with their school. All ties are broken by the number of credits completed.
For more information on the Elite 90 award winners, log on to https://www.ncaa.com/elite-90.