On Dec. 15, a select group of Lafayette students took the first step toward their athletic futures. The eight athletes each play a different sport, but gathered in the Flex Hall for the common purpose of signing collegiate letters of intent.

Following the annual tradition, Activities Director Steve Berry presented each athlete with equipment from their respective sports to autograph for his personal collection and then a ceremonial letter to sign. All eight athletes expressed their appreciation for the occasion in variety of ways:

• Chelsea Coleman (Tennis)- William Jewell University: “I feel like this is the start of my tennis career, which makes the occasion even more exciting.”
• Kyle Woodsmall (Football)- North Dakota University: “It took a lot of hard work so it feels good to get the process over with.”
• Jake Busec (Baseball)- Missouri: “It’s awesome how everything came together. As soon as I found out I had the opportunity, I worked even harder.”
• Zac Walters (Soccer)- Rollins College: “It’s just gonna be another fun four years having my friends come and watch me play. The location in Orlando is great and it’s a great school.”
• Abby Moser (Volleyball)- Truman: “It means a lot that all my hard work paid off. It feels good. I definitely wanted to be here, so I set my hopes high.”
• Jordan Woolums (Soccer)- Indiana University: “I gave up high school soccer for two years to play in showcases. If I didn’t do that, I wouldn’t be here. I’m just really exciting, it’s going to be a lot of fun.”