FHSAA 2014 Academic All-State Team honors 24 student-athletes for academic and scholastic achievement, community service

GAINESVILLE, Fla. – The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) today announed Florida’s 2014 Academic All-State team, an honor the recognizes not just athletic accomplishments but also academic and community achievements. The group of 24 student-athletes from around Florida features eight valedictorians, one salutorian, 10 three-sport athletes and four four-sport athletes.

With 12 boys and 12 girls named to the 2014 Academic All-State team, this year marks the 20th consecutive year for the scholarship program, which each year provides $30,000 in scholarships to deserving scholar-athletes.

“These exceptional individuals represent the very best of what it means to be a student-athlete,” said FHSAA Executive Director Dr. Roger Dearing.  “More important than developing outstanding athletes is our goal to develop outstanding citizens, and we are proud to recognize those who have what it takes to be leaders in their communities for many years to come.”