Seniors ‘sign up’ for collegiate sports
Athletes commit on National Signing Day
Senior Kate Thoele signs to play soccer for Mary Baldwin University on Feb. 5.
Ocean Lakes participated in National Signing Day by hosting its own signing day ceremony. A total of 17 student-athletes were recognized for committing to different colleges on Feb. 5 in the library.
Principal Dr. Claire Le Blanc started the ceremony by giving a speech, followed by social studies teacher Morgan Latimer, who swam for Virginia Tech. The seniors then signed and were given an opportunity to say “thank you” to coaches or parents.
“Playing sports in college is a privilege and a honor,” said Latimer. “Never take it for granted.”
A total of 17 student-athletes signed to different colleges on Feb. 5 in the library.
Abby Asimos, the Editor-in-Chief of The Current, is a senior and third-year journalist. She serves on Leadership Workshop staff, the Superintendent's...
