Andy Metcalf of Memphis Named to Academic All-America Third Team

Memphis sophomore striker Andy Metcalf received his third post season honor as he was named to the 2003 CoSIDA Academic All-America third team as selected by members of CoSIDA (College Sports Information Directors of America) for his high level of performance both on the field and in the classroom. Metcalf was named to the CoSIDA All-District IV team on Nov. 6 and All C-USA second team on Nov. 12.

To be selected as CoSIDA Academic All-America performer, a student-athlete must be at least a sophomore and maintain a 3.2 grade-point average while serving as a significant starter or reserve for his team.

Metcalf has gone above the task in maintaining 3.766 grade-point average in Management, while leading the Tigers in scoring with a team-high 24 points, 10 goals and four game-winning scores. The Jackson, Tenn. native netted multi-goal performances on three occasions and earned Conference USA Player of the Week on Oct. 20, in a breakout sophomore season. Of the 33 players selected, Metcalf was one of just three sophomores to receive the All-America honors.

"I worked hard in the summer to improve my game," said Metcalf. "I never really expected this, but it is a great honor to be recognized for both school and soccer."

Memphis finished the season with an 8-8-2 record to mark the program's 17th season with a finish of .500 or better.