Sake Named Academic All-American

Baltimore, MD - Delta College sophomore soccer player Gabrielle (Gabby) Sake was recently named to the 2015 Junior College Women's Scholar All-America Team.  She will receive her award at the annual NSCAA All-America Luncheon on Saturday, January 16 in Baltimore, Maryland.

"Gabby is an extremely hard working student athlete that has accomplished so much on the field and in the classroom," said Delta's head soccer coach, Paul Stenglein.  "She has continually put the needs of the team before her personal desires to help us accomplish team goals.  She has helped teammates be the best they can be, even if that means a sacrifice on her part."

To be nominated for the award, a student-­athlete must have at least a 3.30 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) throughout his or her career; start more than 50 percent of all games and be a significant contributor to the team.  They must also be a sophomore or above in academic standing at the current institution.  A committee then reviews both the academic and athletic accomplishments of the nominees.

Sake came to Delta from Cadillac high school and currently holds a 3.93 GPA while majoring in graphic design.  While at DC, she was selected All-Conference, All-Region and All-Freshmen team in 2014 and Academic All-Conference in both the 2014 and 2015 seasons.  While playing forward for Delta, she collected 32 points in 25 games started during her two-year career.

"Delta College Athletics is honored that Gabby was selected to the 2015 Junior College Women's Scholar All-America Team," said Delta Athletics Director, Shelly Raube.  "Her hard work on the field and her dedication in the classroom has made her a proven winner." 

Following her departure from Delta in the spring, Sake will transfer to Saginaw Valley State University where she will continue her education towards a bachelor's degree.  She is also hoping to walk-on the women's soccer team. 

"I am convinced that this is just the beginning of many personal accomplishments for her as she journeys through life," said Stenglein.  "I am very proud of her, and I will miss her as a player. (She) is an amazing young lady."