Ohio Wesleyan University senior Veronica Hardman (Blenheim, New Zealand/Ravenswood), junior Siarra Hoover (Frazeysburg/Newark Licking Valley), junior Addystin Lykins (Carey), and sophomore Katelyn Stapleton (Urbana/West Liberty Salem) received Academic All-District® VII recognition in women's track & field from the College Sports Communicators, it was announced today.

The Battling Bishop standouts will advance to the Academic All-America® ballot.

Hardman majors in exercise science.

Hoover majors in special education and psychology.

Lykins majors in elementary education.

Stapleton majors in inclusive elementary education.

Academic All-District® honors are bestowed by the College Sports Communicators, with District VII consisting of schools in Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. To be considered for the teams, one must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 or better and be a starter or important reserve.