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Little Elm High School Celebrates National Signing Day

Little Elm High School Celebrates National Signing Day
national signing day

From early mornings to late nights, this moment was earned.
Dreams were chased. Goals were achieved. Futures were signed.

Little Elm High School proudly celebrated National Signing Day, honoring student-athletes who have committed to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level. This milestone represents years of dedication, discipline, and heart—both on and off the field.

Surrounded by family, friends, coaches, and teammates, 14 Lobo athletes officially signed their letters of intent, marking the next chapter in their journeys.

National Signing Day Commitments

Cross Country / Track

  • Ava Hernandez – University of the Ozarks

  • Kaylah Pearson – Tarleton State University

Football

  • Thomas Adams – Towson University

  • Cason Evans – East Central University

  • Jacob Ibidapo – Army–West Point

  • Aidan "Blue" Mayne – Henderson State University

  • Averin Pendleton – Missouri Valley College

Cheer

  • Mckenna Ingle – Sam Houston State University

Baseball

  • Mark Kruciak – Phoenix College

  • Matthew Derner – SAU Tech

  • Braden Wehrein – Howard Payne University

  • Evan King – Eastern Arizona College

Basketball

  • Kensington Candler – Stephen F. Austin University

  • Joshua Weems – Dallas Baptist University

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Each signature represents countless hours of training, perseverance through challenges, and unwavering support from families and coaches who helped make these dreams a reality.

We are incredibly proud of our student-athletes for their hard work and determination—and grateful to the families, coaches, and schools who supported them every step of the way.

Lobo Proud. College Bound. This is just the beginning.

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excellence express photos

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