Cameron Solomon Named to William V. Campbell Trophy Watch List

LAFAYETTE – Safety Cameron Solomon has been named to The William V. Campbell Trophy Watch List, the National Football Foundation announced on Friday afternoon.

The trophy is annually awarded to the college football player with the best combination of academics, community service and on-field performance.

Solomon, a senior majoring in general studies with a focus on behavioral science, was a 2018-19 Sun Belt Academic Honor Roll member and currently holds a 3.212 GPA. He has also been active in the community, helping with the Boys and Girls Club and Feeding Children Everywhere, among others.

On the field, the Ashdown, Arkansas, native has played in 25 games in his career and earned two starts, both of which came in 2019 when he recorded 29 total tackles and a pass breakup. In all, Solomon has been credited with 47 total tackles in his two years at Louisiana.

Named in honor of the late William V. Campbell, the former chairman of Intuit, former player and head coach at Columbia University and the 2004 recipient of the NFF's Gold Medal, The William V. Campbell Trophy® Presented by Mazda has become the most prestigious and desirable "academic" award in college football. The trophy recognizes an individual as the absolute best in the country for his academic success, football performance and exemplary leadership.

Nominated by their schools, which are limited to one nominee each, candidates must be: a senior or graduate student in their final year of eligibility; have a grade point average of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale; have outstanding football ability as a first team player; and have demonstrated strong leadership and citizenship.

The Ragin' Cajuns are set to open the 2020 campaign on Saturday, September 12, when Billy Napier's squad make its first-ever trip to Ames, Iowa, to take on Iowa State.

Season ticket holders, fans and the general public will learn more about the entry and attendance processes at Cajun Field in the coming weeks.

Should disruptions or modifications to the 2020 season occur due to the coronavirus, the Department of Athletics will quickly communicate plans to fans and season ticket holders regarding accommodations for pre-purchased tickets.

More season ticket information can be obtained by calling the Louisiana Athletics Ticket Office at the Cajundome, (337) 265-2170. For information on parking passes, contact RCAF by phone at (337) 851-2903.

Cameron Solomon Named to William V. Campbell Trophy Watch List

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