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Pasadena Today
By the People, for the People
Former PCC Football Lancer Julius Ray Earns 3C2A Scholar-Athlete Honor
Ray was the only football player in the state to be named to the elite 22-person 2024-25 3C2A Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll.
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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Julius Ray, a defensive lineman who played for the Pasadena City College football team in 2023 and 2024, was the sole football student-athlete in California selected for the prestigious 2024-25 3C2A Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll. Ray recorded 23.5 sacks over his two seasons at PCC, earning All-SCFA First Team and All-State honors as a sophomore. He received a playing scholarship to continue his academic and athletic career at UC Davis for the 2025 season.
Why it matters
Ray's selection to the 3C2A Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll is a significant achievement that highlights his excellence not only on the football field, but also in the classroom and as a model citizen. This recognition showcases the high caliber of student-athletes produced by the Pasadena City College football program and the opportunities available to those who excel both academically and athletically.
The details
As a defensive end for the Pasadena City College Lancers in 2023 and 2024, Julius Ray recorded an impressive 23.5 sacks over his two seasons. He was twice selected to the All-SCFA First Team and earned All-State honors as a sophomore. Last May, Ray received a distinguished Elizabeth Jensen transfer scholarship from the PCC Athletics department. He then went on to continue his academic and athletic career at the NCAA FCS-Division I level, playing his junior season in 2025 at UC Davis.
- Julius Ray played for the Pasadena City College football team in the 2023 and 2024 seasons.
- Ray was named to the 2024-25 3C2A Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll, which was announced on Monday, February 11, 2026.
- Ray will be recognized for his achievements during the Scholar-Athlete Luncheon as part of the 3C2A Convention at the Los Angeles Marriott Burbank on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
The players
Julius Ray
A defensive lineman who played for the Pasadena City College football team in 2023 and 2024, recording 23.5 sacks and earning All-SCFA First Team and All-State honors as a sophomore. He received a playing scholarship to continue his career at UC Davis for the 2025 season.
Pasadena City College (PCC) Lancers
The football team of Pasadena City College, a community college located in Pasadena, California.
UC Davis
An NCAA FCS-Division I university where Julius Ray continued his academic and athletic career after leaving Pasadena City College.
What’s next
Ray will be recognized for his achievements during the Scholar-Athlete Luncheon as part of the 3C2A Convention at the Los Angeles Marriott Burbank on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
The takeaway
Julius Ray's selection to the prestigious 3C2A Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll is a testament to his exceptional abilities both on the football field and in the classroom. His success at Pasadena City College and continued academic and athletic career at UC Davis showcase the high caliber of student-athletes produced by the PCC football program and the opportunities available to those who excel in multiple areas.
