McKendree University Angler Harmon Marien Named 2025 ACA Collegiate Academic All-American presented by Yamaha

SAN ANTONIO, TX (June 3, 2025) – New for its historic 20^th season, the Association of Collegiate Anglers introduced the collegiate All-Academic Team presented by Yamaha.  At each of its four major events throughout the year, the ACA announced three nominees to the All-Academic Team presented by Yamaha.  By the end of the 2024-25 season, a total of 12 anglers comprised this prestigious group.  At the Angler & Sponsor Banquet for the ACA’s 20^th National Championship, one of the 12 anglers was recognized as the Academic All-American presented by Yamaha.

Harmon Marien from 3^rd ranked McKendree University was the recipient of the 2025 Academic All-American presented by Yamaha.  Harmon received a $2,000 scholarship on behalf of the ACA and Yamaha.

Harmon is a graduate student pursuing his Master’s Degree in Digital Marketing at McKendree University.  He completed his undergrad in less than four years, providing him with the opportunity to attain additional degrees and further his education.

“To me, the Academic All-American represents a collegian who pursues their academics with the utmost importance while simultaneously pursuing success in collegiate fishing tournaments and being an active/positive member in their university and community,” said Marien.

The McKendree University angler exemplified these qualities to his fullest during his time in school.  While balancing his time in the classroom and on the water, Harmon also participated in the Student Athlete Advisory Committee and Athletics Diversity & Inclusion Committee.

In 2022, his sophomore year, Harmon received the McKendree University School of Business Award of Excellence. Voted upon by faculty, this is award is presented to the top five students in the entire department between all educational levels. During his senior year, Harmon was awarded the 2024 McKendree University Top School of Business Overall Student Award of Excellence. “These three awards signify my consistency, credibility, character, and improvement each and every day. While performing well academically in reference to my GPA is important, consistently treating my peers and professors with respect also plays largely into this award,” Marien noted.

In partnership with Yamaha, the ACA will continue its collegiate All-Academic Team presented by Yamaha during the 2025-26 school year.  To nominate a deserving angler, click here.