TEMPLE, Texas — Five senior members of the Temple High School Tem-Cat volleyball program earned state-level academic recognition on Thursday, November 12, after being named to the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) Academic All-State team.

Leading the honors for the Tem-Cats were four seniors named to the 2nd Team Academic All-State:

Kendall Tate
Kylie Rayas
Gabriella Barbosa
Willow Pratt

Additionally, senior Hannah Thurmond earned Honorable Mention Academic All-State recognition.

Temple Independent School District praised the five student-athletes for their dedication and excellence both on the volleyball court and in the classroom throughout their high school careers.

THSCA Academic All-State Eligibility and Criteria

The THSCA Academic All-State program recognizes high school seniors who excel in academics while participating in varsity athletics. To qualify for the honor, nominees must meet strict statewide standards:

Who Can Be Nominated: Senior athletes, athletic trainers, and team managers who are in good moral standing.

GPA Requirement: Candidates must hold a minimum numerical GPA of 92 or higher on a 100-point scale across grades 9 through 12.

Evaluation Criteria: Honorees are placed onto the Elite Team, 1st Team, 2nd Team, or Honorable Mention based on a composite point system that evaluates GPA, class rank, and SAT/ACT test scores. Neither school classification nor limits on the number of players per school apply to the selection process.