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Sarasota HS girls basketball team earns academic state champion honors

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Sarasota HS girls basketball team earns academic state champion honors

Summary

The Sarasota High School girls basketball team was awarded the Florida High School Athletic Association Class 7A Academic State Champion for the 2025–26 season. The team achieved the highest cumulative GPA in their classification. Coach Sara Nuxol praised the players' commitment to both academics and athletics, highlighting their dedication as student-athletes. This recognition reflects the team's performance in balancing sports and scholarly achievement, with a required minimum GPA of 3.0 for eligibility in the FHSAA Academic Team Champion program.

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By the Numbers

•Sarasota HS girls basketball team recognized by FHSAA on August 28, 2026.
•Achieved a state academic award for highest team GPA.
•Minimum 3.0 GPA required for FHSAA Academic Team Champion designation.
•Coach Sara Nuxol emphasizes commitment to academics and sports.
•Recognition showcases student-athlete dedication in Sarasota High School.

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11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Sarasota HS girls basketball honored by FHSAA for academic excellence

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