SHS senior athletes commit to college teams

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Jaylah Mays

On Nov. 13, senior Jaylah Mays signed her national letter of intent to play National Collegiate Athletic Association Division II basketball for Lincoln Memorial University.

“I have wanted to play at the college level because ever since I can remember I have devoted my time to working on my game. I love basketball, and it has taught me so much. I’ve been blessed to have been motivated to be the best I can be. I’m thankful to have a family who supports me. Above all, Christ is my true motivation. I’m blessed to play the game I love every single day,” Mays said. Mays, who recently achieved her entry to the Warriorette 1,000 Point Club, will be filling the guard position on the Railsplitters’ roster.

“LMU aligns with my future plans because it is an amazing place where I can compete at the NCAA level, as well as get an education,” Mays said.

Mays plans to pursue a future with the U.S. Air Force as a pilot upon graduation from LMU. She is currently undecided on a major.

“I got to where I am now because of my work ethic, sacrifices, support of family, friends, and coaches and mainly God. I feel very excited to play at the college level, and I’m ready to continue working hard,” Mays said. Jaylah Mays

Alyssa Stagnolia

Senior Alyssa Stagnolia signed her national letter of intent to play softball for Marian University on Nov. 15.

According to Stagnolia, from the first time she caught a softball, busted lip and all, she fell in love with the game.

Stagnolia made Warriorette history with her commitment to Marian University as she and teammate, Riley Pool (12), are the first Scottsburg softball players to play at the college level. Stagnolia will play outfield and be a heavy hitter for the Knights. “Marian has an amazing softball team. Last year, they finished 54-3, 35-0 in the regular season. With that and many other accomplishments, I couldn’t be more blessed to be asked to be a part of the team. Marian also has an outstanding PreMed program, which I will be a part of. Not to mention, three of my best friends who I’ve played with since I was eight are going there as well,” Stagnolia said.

Stagnolia plans to major in biology with a PreMed focus as she hopes to become a general physician or pediatrician in the future.

“Both of my parents have made these sacrifices, took time out of their lives to support me in ways I can barely describe, [and] all of my success is for them,” Stagnolia said.

Riley Pool

On Nov. 18, Senior Riley Pool signed her national letter of intent to play National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I softball for DePaul University.

“I have always dreamed of playing at the college level because that’s where the best people go and I have strived to be the best,” Pool said.

Pool, along with fellow senior teammate, Alyssa Stagnolia, were the first in Warriorettes softball history to commit to play softball at the college level. “I am very honored to be one of the first to commit to a college team from the Scottbsurg softball program. I am very grateful for the opportunities I have been given,” Pool said.

Pool will be the catcher for the DePaul Blue Demons.

“My father taught me everything I know from the very beginning in Tee Ball to my senior year. I have to accredit a lot of my success to my family’s support,” Pool said.

Pool plans to major in accounting while at DePaul.

“[DePaul] has an amazing accounting program and a very good/respected softball team. I am very excited and a little nervous to play at the college level, but I am ready to be there and help the team,” Pool said. Riley Pool