Senior Signees

Six student-athletes signed their National Letter of Intent to bring their games to the next level. Seniors Rachel Nelson (track & field), Connor Henry (golf), Caroline Grebe (field hockey), Sutton Howard (track & field), Paxton Matthews (baseball) and Jeremy Henderson (track & field).

Nelson, a 13-time AAU and USA Track & Field AllAmerican (100m, 200m, 400m), a five-time Texas Southwest Preparatory Conference Champion and a three-time National Champion, will attend Stanford University. She is the only athlete in SPC history to win the 100m, 200m and 400m in the same championship meet. “Rachel's impact on the FWCD track & field program is unmatched,” said Jared Connaughton, Program Director/Head Coach. “While her excellence is immeasurable, her commitment to leadership, academics and faith are what set her apart.”

Rachel Nelson (track & field) Stanford University

Henry, 2021 SPC Golf Champion, will attend the University of Oklahoma. “Connor's work ethic and commitment to the game has allowed him to take his talents to the next level with an outstanding golf program,” said Preston Miller, Varsity Boys Golf Coach.

Connor Henry (golf) University of Oklahoma

Howard, 2022 SPC Champion in the shot put and runnerup in discus, will attend Oklahoma State University. “Sutton exemplifies coachability, fierce competitiveness and a tireless commitment to athletic excellence,” Connaughton said. “She has emerged as FWCD's greatest thrower and one of the preeminent throwers in the SPC history.”

Sutton Howard (track & field) Oklahoma State University

Grebe, an SPC All-Conference Honorable Mention as a freshman and junior, will attend Wake Forest University. “We’re so happy to have Caroline representing FWCD in the ACC,” said Athletic Director Leigh Block

Caroline Grebe (field hockey) Wake Forest University

Matthews, third base, catcher and outfield, will attend the University of the South in Tennessee. “I couldn’t be more excited for Paxton and his journey ahead. He has earned this opportunity through hard work and dedication. Our program has benefited from his example,” said Michael Settle ’99, Baseball Program Director and Varsity Head Coach.

Paxton Matthews (baseball) The University of the South

Henderson ’23 will attend Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. He runs the 100m, 200m, 400m, 4x100 and 4x400 relays and is a long-jumper. “Jeremy exemplifies everything a student-athlete should aspire to be: tough, smart, a great leader, excellent performer under pressure and an incredibly supportive teammate,” Connaughton said. “The turnout at Jeremy's signing day is a testament to his impact on his community, his sport and school.”

Jeremy Henderson (track & field) Cornell University