OAKLAND, CA — Emma Ruttinger, a sophomore at Mercyhurst University and former DuBois Area High School swimmer, was named to the Western Water Polo Association (WWPA) Women’s Water Polo All-Academic Team for 2021.

To qualify, a student-athlete must have met the following criteria:

  • Be an active participant of their team having competed in at least 50 percent of games in the current season.
  • Carry over a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
  • Classified as a “full-time” student for all terms of attendance.
  • Completed a minimum of one semester or two quarters at their institution.

Emma is the daughter of Tim and Susan Ruttinger of DuBois and is majoring in hospitality management.