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LMU Softball Lands Four on CSC Academic All-District Team

LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Loyola Marymount softball placed four student-athletes on the 2025-26 College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District Team, as Avery Francis, Izzy Jamgotchian, Sakora Harvell, and Sydney Poole were recognized for their excellence in the classroom and in competition.

Francis and Jamgotchian were also selected to advance to the CSC Academic All-America ballot, with national honorees set to be announced in June.

The CSC Academic All-District program honors student-athletes who have achieved at a high level both academically and athletically, highlighting individuals who serve as key contributors on the field while maintaining strong performance in the classroom.

A Communication Studies major, Avery Francis has been a model of consistency and excellence. A starter in every game this season, Francis led the West Coast Conference with a .433 batting average while pacing the conference with 32 stolen bases. She totaled 78 hits and 41 runs scored, setting the tone at the top of the lineup. Defensively, she was flawless, posting a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage in the outfield. Her standout season earned her WCC Defensive Player of the Year honors, All-WCC First Team recognition, and a spot on the WCC All-Academic Team, further solidifying her as one of the conference's premier all-around student-athletes.

Izzy Jamgotchian, a senior catcher, continued to build on one of the most decorated careers in program history while excelling academically. Batted .301 with a .473 on-base percentage and a .767 slugging percentage, Jamgotchian powered the Lions' offense with 21 home runs and 57 RBIs. She also showcased elite plate discipline, setting a new WCC single-season record with 51 walks while extending her LMU career record to 126. Now the program's all-time RBI leader with 182, Jamgotchian has consistently performed at an elite level both on the field and in the classroom, earning All-WCC First Team and WCC All-Academic Team honors in addition to her CSC recognition.

A steady contributor for the Lions, Sakora Harvell made her mark as a reliable presence both offensively and defensively. The junior infielder started 46 games, batting .271 with 36 hits, including four doubles, two triples, and two home runs, while driving in 16 runs and scoring 21. In the field, she totaled 62 putouts and 100 assists with a .953 fielding percentage, providing consistency across the infield. Her efforts in the classroom were also recognized this season, as she earned WCC All-Academic Honorable Mention honors.

A proven leader both on the field and in the classroom, Sydney Poole continues to set the standard for excellence at Loyola Marymount. A three-time WCC All-Academic Team selection and two-time All-WCC First Team honoree, Poole has been a consistent presence in the lineup, starting all 52 games this season. She batted .319 with 51 hits, including nine doubles and one triple, while driving in 35 RBIs and drawing 16 walks to post a .386 on-base percentage. Her sustained success, experience, and leadership reflect the qualities recognized by the CSC Academic All-District honor.

Loyola Marymount concluded the 2026 season with a 33-18 overall record and a third-place finish in the West Coast Conference, continuing to build a program defined by success in all aspects of the student-athlete experience.

For more information on the CSC Academic All-District teams, visit:
CSC Academic All-District Release

Full team listing:
Complete Academic All-District Teams
 
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Players Mentioned

Avery Francis

#7 Avery Francis

OF
5' 7"
Senior
Sakora Harvell

#21 Sakora Harvell

INF
5' 8"
Junior
Izzy Jamgotchian

#88 Izzy Jamgotchian

C
5' 5"
Senior
Sydney Poole

#3 Sydney Poole

OF
5' 5"
Redshirt Senior

Players Mentioned

Avery Francis

#7 Avery Francis

5' 7"
Senior
OF
Sakora Harvell

#21 Sakora Harvell

5' 8"
Junior
INF
Izzy Jamgotchian

#88 Izzy Jamgotchian

5' 5"
Senior
C
Sydney Poole

#3 Sydney Poole

5' 5"
Redshirt Senior
OF