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Craig Rucker named to the 2018 AFCA Division II Coaches’ All-America First Team

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Mars Hill wide receiver Craig Rucker was named to the 2018 AFCA Division II Coaches’ All-America First Team, as announced on Wednesday morning.

Rucker, who was named the SAC Offensive Player of the year and a first team All-SAC wide receiver, finished the season ranked first in the conference in touchdowns (16), receiving yards (1,234), all-purpose yards (1,549), receiving yards per game (123.4) and receptions (82). He is ranked in the top five in NCAA Division II in receiving yards per game (No. 1), receiving yards (No. 4), receptions per game (No. 5) and receiving touchdowns (No. 5). For his efforts, Rucker was awarded SAC AstroTurf Football Offensive Player of the Week honors twice during the 2018 season.

The Orlando, Florida native also earned a spot on the D2CCA All-Super Region II First Team, as well as a nomination for the Harlon Hill Trophy.

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