Anderson, Gage and Walton earn LSU academic honors

LSU football student-athletes Richard Anderson, Stacy Gage and Craig Walton Jr. received November 2026 Student-Athlete of the Month recognition from the Cox Communications Academic Center for Student-Athletes.

Anderson, a freshman studying interdisciplinary studies, was recognized for devoting additional weekend time to coursework and staying current with his academic responsibilities. The Football Academic Support Team cited his initiative in seeking extra support, making personal sacrifices and consistently investing the time needed to improve.

Strong exam performance and understanding of his coursework earned recognition for Gage, a junior in interdisciplinary studies. His nomination also cited consistent attendance at learning specialist appointments, a positive attitude and a willingness to engage in the academic process.

Walton was recognized for academic performance, consistency and accountability. A senior studying interdisciplinary studies, he regularly arrived at appointments prepared to work and approached those sessions with a positive attitude, according to the Football Academic Support Team. The team also received strong feedback from professors about his classroom engagement and work ethic.

CCACSA recognizes LSU student-athletes each month for scholastic and community achievements. Selection is based on commitment to academic success, volunteerism and service to the community.

Why it matters

The recognition highlights academic work by LSU football players at different stages of their college careers. Anderson was cited for seeking support, Gage for exam preparation and consistent appointments, and Walton for classroom engagement and continued improvement.

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CCACSA recognizes LSU student-athletes each month for scholastic and community achievements.