NEWTOWN, Pa.— The Middle Atlantic Confernce Office today released Academic All-MAC Honors for the 2026 Tennis season. With an outstanding first year on the court and in the classroom Eastern University rookie Stephen Dottoli became the first Eastern Men's Tennis Athlete to earn a spot on the list since the MAC began the Academic All-MAC program in 2014.

Playing in the top singles and doubles spots, Dottoli helped the Eagles to reach the MAC Comonwealth Tournament for the first time. His wins at York and over Alvernia proved to be critical in leading the Eagles to league wins. He had an outstanding opening year in the classroom as a Biology major. 

Academic All-MAC teams are selected by vote from Sports Information Directors from the 16 member institutions who vote based on athletic and academic achievement. To be nominated, individuals need at least a 3.2 GPA in the semester of competition to be recognized.