Seniors Commit to Top Colleges on National Signing Day

12 seniors signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers in college during National Signing Day on Nov. 13. Each athlete was joined by their coaches and families to celebrate their achievements.

Among the athletes putting pen to paper was senior Gavin Chapa, who committed to Texas A&M.

“I am most excited for my freshman cross country season,” Chapa said. “I am excited to start training with a new team and start my journey as a D1 Athlete.” 

Coach Rachel Freeman highlighted Gavin Chapa’s dedication and impact on the team. 

“If you were anywhere around track you see Gavin running all the time, rolling out, stretching, or just doing all the little things and doing everything he needs to do,” Freeman said. “The dedication and the leadership he comes with, and all the little things that make you great.”

Another athletic standout, Isabella Hartofelis, committed to Troy University for Division I women’s soccer.

“I wanted to go to a school where I could continue my academics and athletic career, and Troy University allows me to do both,” Hartofelis said.

Below is a list of the athletes who signed and the colleges they committed to:

Swimming and Diving

Montse Spielmann signed with the University of Michigan. 
Caroline Holcomb signed with the University of Pennsylvania. 
Cloe Nader signed with New York University. 

Softball 

Avery Allen signed with Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. 
Leila Reyes signed with Weatherford University. 

Soccer 

Isabella Hartofelis signed with Troy University.

Golf 

Lydia Portlock signed with Yale University. 
Lauren Patterson signed with University of West Florida.

Cross Country 

Gavin Chapa signed with Texas A&M University.

Baseball  

Caleb Crider signed with Angelo State University.
Kaleb Rogers signed with the University of Texas at Austin.
Braeden Sada signed with Ottawa University.