April 18, 2012

Irving, Texas - Two Mizzou Men's Golfers were recognized by the Big 12 Conference for their academic achievements on Wednesday, April 18. Senior Nick Wilson and sophomore Emilio Cuartero were among 14 student-athletes named to the 2012 Academic All-Big 12 Second Team.

The Big 12 Conference recognized 22 male golfers for their academic achievements this season, eight of those student-athletes received First Team recognition while 14 were named to the Second Team. First team members consist of those who have maintained a 3.20 or better GPA, and the second team are those who have a 3.00 to 3.19 GPA.

To qualify student-athletes must maintain a 3.00 GPA or higher either cumulative or the two previous semesters and must have participated in 60 percent of their team's scheduled contests. Freshmen and transfers are not eligible in their first year of academic residence.