Cape Breton University honours 48 U SPORTS Academic All-Canadians

Today, the Cape Breton University Athletics Department was honoured to present U SPORTS Academic All-Canadian Awards to 48 of its varsity student-athletes in a luncheon sponsored by our local Credit Unions Managers Group. This number represents 59% of our varsity student-athletes being recognized for achieving an 80% or higher overall average in the 2024-2025 academic year. With the addition of these student-athletes to the list, the CBU CAPER program is proud to have had 453 U SPORTS Academic All-Canadians participate in our programs.

This distinction represents the very best of what university sport strives to be: a commitment to excellence in competition, in the classroom, and in personal growth.

These student-athletes balanced early morning practices with late night study sessions. They've pushed through travel days, setbacks, tight deadlines, and the unique pressures that come with wearing the hat of both a student and an athlete.

Academic All-Canadian status speaks to discipline, resilience, and ability to thrive in two demanding worlds at once. Participation in sport teaches time management, perseverance, leadership, and the ability to rise when things get difficult. Those same habits that drive our student-athletes on the field, on the court and on the track help shape them into exceptional scholars and future leaders.

To all 48 of you – your CAPER family is extremely proud of you!