PHILADELPHIA (July 2, 2026) – Twelve Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference student-athletes representing the three CACC institutions in Philadelphia, Pa., were selected for a spring 2026 Philly-SIDA Academic All-Area Team, Philly-SIDA recently announced. The teams are chosen by the athletics communications offices from the 30 institutions in the Philadelphia area.

To be eligible for consideration, student-athletes must be at least a sophomore academically, hold at least a 3.30 cumulative grade-point average and be a starter or important reserve for their respective teams.

The CACC honorees come from eight different spring sports. Six award winners are from Thomas Jefferson University, four are from Chestnut Hill College, and two from Holy Family University.

The Philly-SIDA Academic All-Area program is in its 21^st season.

Founded in 1961, the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference has been affiliated with NCAA Division II for 21 years. Conference institutions compete for championships in 18 sports – seven for men, 10 for women, and one co-ed. The CACC contains 11 full members in Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Membership includes the University of Bridgeport, Caldwell University, Chestnut Hill College, Dominican University New York, Felician University, Georgian Court University, Goldey-Beacom College, Holy Family University, Post University, Thomas Jefferson University, and Wilmington University.