Alex McCray Named to Inaugural Allstate NACDA Good Works Team

Today, Allstate and the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA) announced the inaugural Allstate NACDA Good Works Team (Winter), recognizing 20 standout student-athletes across collegiate winter sports for their exceptional achievements in community service, athletics and academics. This marks the first-ever expansion of the Good Works Team to include student-athletes from all collegiate sports and divisions.

Florida State College at Jacksonville was quick to capitalize on this expansion as the first and only institution at the two-year level to be featured on the list that includes national powers like Auburn, Duke, Harvard, Kentucky, and Penn State.

According to FSCJ Director of Athletics Jerry Thor, Alex "excels both academically and in the community. A two-time President's List honoree and Dean's List student, he is deeply committed to academic excellence. Beyond the books, Alex mentors underprivileged students through Goodwill/Take Stock in Children Initiative and leads holiday donation efforts with the Salvation Army. He also volunteers at Chappell Schools and the Jacksonville Humane Society. Through his leadership, service and academic success, Alex embodies the true spirit of a Manta Ray student-athlete."

The final team was selected from an impressive pool of nearly 200 nominees nationwide that included fellow Manta Ray Alexia Taliferro (Women's Basketball). Combined, these student-athletes represent nine winter sports and five collegiate divisions, demonstrating the far-reaching impact of student-athletes in their communities. The full team roster and their inspiring stories can be found on the Allstate NACDA Good Works Team website.

"These student-athletes embody the best of collegiate athletics—not just in competition, but in leadership, service and impact," said Elizabeth Brady, Allstate's chief marketing, customer and communications officer. "From youth empowerment to mental health advocacy, their work changes lives."

"NACDA is honored to collaborate with Allstate to expand the Good Works Team program and recognize student-athletes across all sports and all divisions," said Pat Manak, NACDA's chief executive officer. "This initiative provides a national platform for our members to shine a light on the positive and inspirational stories happening at all levels of intercollegiate athletics during a pivotal time in our industry. Congratulations to the student-athletes and institutions represented on the inaugural Winter Team, and we look forward to continuing the process in the seasons to come."

The Allstate NACDA Good Works Team will spotlight student-athletes' service throughout the year, with upcoming teams for spring and fall sports.

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