BATON ROUGE, La. – The Cox Communications Academic Center for Student-Athletes honored six student-athletes for their academic achievements and community service for the month of June.
Each month, five student-athletes are recognized for their academic improvement, dedication and proven ability. In addition, one student-athlete is chosen through LSU’s Student-Athlete Affairs program for their volunteerism and commitment to the community.
June’s student-athletes of the month are Akilah Bethel [Women’s Basketball], Conner Hale [Baseball], Brandon Pierce [Men’s Golf], Tony Upchurch [Football] and Michael Young [Men’s Swimming and Diving]. Joana Vale Costa [Women’s Tennis] was selected as the Shaquille O’Neal Life Skills Program Student-Athlete of the Month.