Student athletes commit to collegiate athletic programs

Congratulations to the athletes who participated in our Fall Signing Day on Nov. 20, 2024 to celebrate their intent to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. 

Ava Strange

Ava Strange signed to play volleyball at Fairmont State University. The Falcons are an NCAA Division II affiliate and members of the Mountain East Conference. Ava is a four-year volleyball player for the Rockets and was a three-year varsity contributor. Her consistency helped lead the Rockets to two District Championships in three seasons, a remarkable run to the state finals last year, and a regional runner-up title this season. Although she was plagued by some injuries along the way, she still managed to amass 375 kills, for the 11th all-time record in the program. She was recognized as an Honorable Mention All-GCL Coed as a senior, ranked 12th at her position in the state of Ohio, was a Top-5 prospect for Prep Dig, Academic All District, represented in the Cincinnati Senior All Star Showcase, and was recognized as Cincinnati Enquirer Player of the Week. 

AJ Gundler

AJ Gundler signed to play baseball at Lincoln Trail Junior College. The Statesman are affiliates of the National Junior College Athletic Association and members of the Great Rivers Athletic Conference. AJ has been a key piece to the Rockets baseball program for the last three seasons and has is also a multisport athlete with success in the football and basketball programs. As a sophomore on the baseball team, he hit over 300, stole 14 bases, and scored 22 runs and in his junior season, he stole 16 bases and scored 19 runs. As a sophomore and junior he was awarded 2nd Team All-GCL honors while earning his two varsity letters. He will be a key leader to the success of the spring season for the team this year.