Lyon College’s John Paul Morgan (pictured) has been selected to the inaugural Allstate NACDA Good Works Team (Winter).
The Good Works Team recognizes 20 standout student-athletes across collegiate winter sports for their exceptional achievements in community service, athletics, and academics.
Morgan is described on the NACDA as “a dedicated student-athlete, excelling in both sports and community service. He volunteers with youth sports leagues, church outreach programs, and environmental initiatives. A standout in basketball and track and field, John Paul has earned NAIA Scholar Athlete and CSC Academic All-District honors, maintains a 3.7 GPA, and holds multiple school records in track while ranking among the top rebounders in basketball.”
Announced in December 2024, the Allstate NACDA Good Works Team builds on the legacy of the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, which has honored college football players’ community impact since 1992.
Now expanded to include all sanctioned national championship sports, the initiative will recognize 60 student-athletes annually across fall, winter, and spring seasons.
The inaugural 20-member winter team features student-athletes from all levels of collegiate competition, including junior/community college, NAIA, and NCAA Divisions I, II, and III.
“These student-athletes embody the best of collegiate athletics — not just in competition, but in leadership, service and impact,” said Elizabeth Brady, Allstate’s chief marketing, customer and communications officer. “From youth empowerment to mental health advocacy, their work changes lives.”
“NACDA is honored to collaborate with Allstate to expand the Good Works Team program and recognize student-athletes across all sports and all divisions,” said Pat Manak, NACDA’s chief executive officer. “This initiative provides a national platform for our members to shine a light on the positive and inspirational stories happening at all levels of intercollegiate athletics during a pivotal time in our industry. Congratulations to the student-athletes and institutions represented on the inaugural Winter Team, and we look forward to continuing the process in the seasons to come.”
Image: Lyon College Athletics
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