It was a big day at Texas High School in Texarkana as six standout student-athletes officially signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level during the Spring Signing Day ceremony on Wednesday, April 15.

Celebrating Years of Hard Work and Dedication at Texas High in Texarkana

Family members, friends, coaches, and teammates were there to recognize these athletes for all the hard work and dedication they’ve poured into their sports and schoolwork over the years. Representing soccer, softball, swimming, football, and baseball, each signing marked a well-earned and well-deserved next step in their journey.

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Where These Texas High School Athletes Headed Next

A big congratulations to these student athletes for signing!

Daveon Webb-DeRamcy (Boys Soccer) - Texas A&M University–Texarkana

Roman Wyatt (Football) - Texas A&M University–Texarkana

 Sydney Woods (Softball) - Regis University, Denver, Colorado

Lili LeFors (Swimming) - Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas

Coy Ward (Swimming) - Centenary College of Louisiana

Zabre Turner (Baseball) -  Wiley College, Marshall, Texas

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Texas ISD Athletic Director Gerry Stanford shared how proud the district is of these athletes, saying they truly represent the dedication, character, and work ethic that define Texas High athletics.

Signing Day at Texas High Brought Excitement and Emotion

Each student signed their letter of intent and everyone helped celebrate the years of commitment paying off in a big way. It's obviously a special moment not just for the athletes, but for everyone who has supported them along the way.

And now, the next chapter begins. We can’t wait to see these athletes take their talents to the next level. We wish them the best in their college careers and their futures.

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