BATON ROUGE, La. – The LSU Cox Communications Academic Center for Student-Athletes (CCACSA) recognizes student-athletes for their scholastic and community achievements each month. Student-athletes are chosen based on their commitment to academic success and for their devotion to volunteerism and service to the community.
Here are the October 2025 CCACSA’s staff Student-Athletes of the Month:
Cali Deal
Freshman, Kinesiology, Softball
Reason for nomination: Cali consistently demonstrates excellence in the classroom, maintaining strong academic performance while balancing the demanding schedule of athletics. Her discipline, work ethic, and positive attitude set a strong example for her peers and reflect the true spirit of a student-athlete.
Nominated by: Kenyatta Walker, Associate Director
Jalen Reece
Freshman, Sport Management, Men’s Basketball
Reason for nomination: Jalen serves as a strong example of commitment to academic growth and perseverance. He is setting a solid foundation for academic success.
Nominated by: Kenyatta Walker, Associate Director
Carolina Kuhl
Freshman, Nutrition & Food Science, Women’s Tennis
Addison Lanton
Freshman, Kinesiology, Women’s Tennis
Alexia Marginean
Freshman, Sport Administration, Women’s Tennis
Ioana Sava
Freshman, Undecided, Women’s Tennis
Reason for nominations: Carolina Kuhl, Alexia Marginean, Addison Lanton, and Ioana Sava have hit the ground running in their first semester at LSU. They have shown great attitudes, strong work ethic, and proactive communication while balancing academics and the demands of early-season travel. By working closely with their advisor, learning specialist, and professors, they’ve laid a strong foundation for success both on the court and in the classroom. We appreciate and recognize their efforts and look forward to their continued success moving forward!
Nominated by: Women’s Tennis Academic Team
Accountability – Commitment – Success – Integrity – Diversity – Teamwork – Service – Education
It is through living the values of the Total Team Commitment 2017-2022, particularly education, academic success, and service to the community, that six student-athletes are recognized as Cox Communications Academic Center Student-Athlete of the Month. These values are fundamental to the growth and development of our student-athletes as they enter to learn, then leave to serve.