South Bend is buzzing with excitement as local high school athletes have officially signed their commitments to pursue athletic careers at the collegiate level. The early signing period, which opened on November 13, has seen a significant number of student-athletes announce their dedication to continue their sports at various colleges. This signing window will remain open until August 1, 2025, for most non-football athletes.
Among the standout signings, Silas Laidig has committed to Indiana Wesleyan for baseball, while Will Delio will be heading to DePauw for boys swimming. The baseball scene is particularly noteworthy, with several players like Mason Braun choosing Louisiana State University, Colton Rerick committing to Valparaiso, and Joe Washburn signing with Creighton.
In other sports, Ella Watford will play both beach and indoor volleyball at Tennessee Tech, and Claire Payne is set to join Appalachian State for volleyball as well. For soccer enthusiasts, JoJo Murphy and Daisy Moody have signed with IU-Indianapolis and Purdue-Fort Wayne, respectively.
The area’s girls basketball scene has also made headlines, with Kira Reynolds going to Purdue and Monique Mitchell committing to Akron, both promising talents to watch out for in their collegiate programs.
This year marks a historic moment for South Bend as numerous talented athletes take the next step in their sports careers. Every signing reflects the hard work and dedication these young athletes have shown throughout their high school years. Fans and community members alike are eager to support them as they make this exciting transition. Stay tuned for more updates as additional athletes sign their letters of intent in the coming months!
