Wednesday was the first day that senior athletes in all sports besides football could officially sign a National Letter of Intent (NLI) to play a sport for a school at the collegiate level.

Several schools held special events to celebrate the occasion, while lots of athletes signed their NLI at home while surrounded by their families.

OCVarsity has a list of the athletes who were signing on Wednesday, and below are photos from Mater Dei’s ceremony. There is also a collection of social media posts put out by county schools.

MATER DEI’S SIGNING DAY 

SIGNING DAY ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Congratulations to our 3 seniors for signing their National letters of Internet today. @kennedyproctor2024 @kiara.cisneros.2024 @peytonroberge24

We are proud of your accomplishment’s both on the field and in them classroom! pic.twitter.com/z0aAssR4un

— Tesoro Softball (@SoftballTesoro) November 8, 2023

EDHS signing day! Congratulations to these amazing student athletes! @pylusd @ELDOsoccer @EDHawksBaseball @ocvarsity @ocvarsityguy pic.twitter.com/KpOTm5Ul1U

— goldenhawks (@edhsathletics) November 8, 2023

VPHS Senior NLI Signees! Allison, Madden, Taylor and Justin, all well above 4.0 GPA’s! ⁦@ocvarsity⁩ ⁦@OCSportsZone⁩ ⁦@ocvarsityguy⁩ ⁦@SteveFryer⁩ ⁦@ocvarsityguy⁩ ⁦@mikehuntley63⁩ ⁦@MAlvarez02⁩ ⁦@OrangeUnifiedCA⁩ ⁦ pic.twitter.com/XE5F4JXunB

— Villa Park Athletics (@VPHSathletics) November 8, 2023

Villa Park NLI Singing Day! ⁦@ocvarsity⁩ ⁦@OCSportsZone⁩ ⁦@ocvarsityguy⁩ ⁦@SteveFryer⁩ ⁦@mikehuntley63⁩ ⁦@MAlvarez02⁩ ⁦@OrangeUnifiedCA⁩ pic.twitter.com/f6DAtTfCCw

— Villa Park Athletics (@VPHSathletics) November 8, 2023

Congrats to the 16 Los Al athletes who signed today. 5 volleyball players made it official. Playing Indoor Kaia Herweg-GCU, Anna Sanzaro-Sonoma State. Playing Beach Noa Nuez-Georgia State, Elise Lenahan-Cal Poly SLO, Elon Milroy-San Jose State @PrepDigCA @ocvarsity @BeachVarsity pic.twitter.com/n83WVBcVZx

— Los Al Volleyball (@LOSALvolleyball) November 8, 2023

Triton NLI Signees today: Brett Ephraim (XC/Track) Colorado State; Kai Schmitt (Volleyball) Stanford; Gianna Feldsien (Soccer) U.of Pacific; Nolan Rooker (Diving) Northwestern. Congratulations – we are proud of you!!! ⁦@ocvarsity⁩ ⁦@latsondheimer⁩ pic.twitter.com/QPYlRIz0Bh

— Triton Athletics (@SCHSTritons) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Troy Jenkins for signing his National Letter of Intent to play basketball at Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis! Joshua 1:9@IUPUI @IUPUIJaguars @CLHS_Athletics @OCSportsZone @ocvarsity @ocregister pic.twitter.com/15plqG9Kbc

— Crean Lutheran (@creanlutheranhs) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Mya Diaz for signing her NLI to continue her academic career and play softball at Concordia University, Irvine. We love you and can’t wait to watch you shine at the next level! #OLuOn2 @ocvarsity @latsondheimer pic.twitter.com/mkNx3FSI2B

— OLu Softball (@OLuSoftball) November 8, 2023

St. Margaret's Student-Athletes Commit to Prestigious Colleges and Universities During Fall Signing Period

Read more: https://t.co/PBTYwKAedM@ocvarsity @latsondheimer @SouthOCsports @SOCoPrepSports @OCSportsZone pic.twitter.com/BmHfthYwH6

— SMES Athletics (@SMESAthletics) November 8, 2023

pic.twitter.com/gFZJelpOlY

— HB Oiler Athletics (@HB_OilerSports) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Nathan WU '24 for signing with @USCswim @USC_Athletics @USC @SMCHSswim pic.twitter.com/C7RIWfDoFb

— SANTA MARGARITA Catholic High School (@SMCHSEagles) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Brooklyn Kostoff '24 on signing with @APUVolleyball @APUCougars @azusapacific pic.twitter.com/BsTj6VBrMY

— SANTA MARGARITA Catholic High School (@SMCHSEagles) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Cade Townsend '24 on signing with @OleMissBSB @OleMissSports @OleMiss pic.twitter.com/RrdfK0NUh7

— SANTA MARGARITA Catholic High School (@SMCHSEagles) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Sheridan Smith '24 on signing with @CanesSwimDive @MiamiHurricanes @univmiami pic.twitter.com/OpjLmFnM26

— SANTA MARGARITA Catholic High School (@SMCHSEagles) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Leigh Chien '24 for signing with @StanfordWGolf @GoStanford @Stanford pic.twitter.com/OMve0kIxRc

— SANTA MARGARITA Catholic High School (@SMCHSEagles) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Molly MacMillan '24 on signing with @TexasSoccer @TexasLonghorns @UTAustin pic.twitter.com/aMtYSGnb0e

— SANTA MARGARITA Catholic High School (@SMCHSEagles) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Jake Lavin '24 on signing with @CalBaseball @CalAthletics @Cal pic.twitter.com/bSGE0TD1MM

— SANTA MARGARITA Catholic High School (@SMCHSEagles) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Logan de Groot '24 on signing with @UCLABaseball @UCLAAthletics @UCLA pic.twitter.com/5oJ6At70L8

— SANTA MARGARITA Catholic High School (@SMCHSEagles) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Faith George '24 on signing with @USC_WSoccer @USC_Athletics @USC pic.twitter.com/zFL20ZkdW1

— SANTA MARGARITA Catholic High School (@SMCHSEagles) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Reed Wainwright on his commitment to study and play volleyball at Stanford University! @StanfordMVB pic.twitter.com/ZZ1DJ2FUcU

— SMES Athletics (@SMESAthletics) November 8, 2023

National Signing Day!

Lucas Rodriguez – Concordia, Water Polo
Joe Moyer – Stanford, Soccer
Eamon Rigdon – USC, Volleyball

Congrats & best of luck, Friars! We are so proud of your accomplishments & look forward to cheering you on at the next level.#credo #foreverafriar pic.twitter.com/cTxTj3Tazi

— Servite Athletics (@ServiteSports) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to @ServiteSoccer player Joe Moyer ‘24 on his commitment to play soccer at Stanford University!

Read more about his decision here – https://t.co/jbbEsrmy4e#credo #foreverafriar pic.twitter.com/BaGiKZUBdD

— Servite Athletics (@ServiteSports) November 7, 2023

Congratulations to Brianne Weiss for signing her NLI to continue her academic career and play softball at the University of Notre Dane. We are so proud of you and can’t wait to watch you succeed at your dream school! #OLuOn2 @latsondheimer @ocvarsityguy pic.twitter.com/kORf113jL4

— OLu Softball (@OLuSoftball) November 8, 2023

Taylor Walsh! Gonzaga University, Volleyball! ⁦@ocvarsity⁩ ⁦@OCSportsZone⁩ ⁦@ocvarsityguy⁩ ⁦@SteveFryer⁩ ⁦@mikehuntley63⁩ ⁦@MAlvarez02⁩ ⁦@OrangeUnifiedCA⁩ pic.twitter.com/7Zfs6l0Ryz

— Villa Park Athletics (@VPHSathletics) November 8, 2023

Allison Mann! SDSU, swim, majoring in Economics! ⁦@ocvarsity⁩ ⁦@OCSportsZone⁩ ⁦@ocvarsityguy⁩ ⁦@SteveFryer⁩ ⁦@mikehuntley63⁩ ⁦@MAlvarez02⁩ ⁦@OrangeUnifiedCA⁩ pic.twitter.com/jAFE0TdMjv

— Villa Park Athletics (@VPHSathletics) November 8, 2023

Madden Tucker! Converse University, English! ⁦@ocvarsity⁩ ⁦@OCSportsZone⁩ ⁦@ocvarsityguy⁩ ⁦@SteveFryer⁩ ⁦@MAlvarez02⁩ ⁦@MAlvarez02⁩ ⁦@OrangeUnifiedCA⁩ pic.twitter.com/xEmuvn4LvH

— Villa Park Athletics (@VPHSathletics) November 8, 2023

Justin Tims! University of Washington, Food Systems, Nutrition and Health ⁦@ocvarsity⁩ ⁦@OCSportsZone⁩ ⁦@ocvarsityguy⁩ ⁦@SteveFryer⁩ ⁦@mikehuntley63⁩ ⁦@MAlvarez02⁩ ⁦@OrangeUnifiedCA⁩ pic.twitter.com/IzwDqzhzvy

— Villa Park Athletics (@VPHSathletics) November 8, 2023

Signed
Matthew Mai-Prasarnsuk
Men's Water Polo
United States Naval Academy

@navywaterpolo

#OLuOn2 | #NationalSigningDay | #gonavywp pic.twitter.com/0V7a5wWJ8t

— OLu Athletics (@OLu_Athletics) November 8, 2023

Congrats to Kai Schmitt on signing his National Letter of Intent for Men’s Volleyball at Stanford!!! @ocvarsity @latsondheimer ⁦@SouthOCsports⁩ pic.twitter.com/9sEG1bNs42

— Triton Athletics (@SCHSTritons) November 8, 2023

Congrats to Brett Ephraim on signing his National Letter of Intent for Men’s Cross Country & Track at Colorado State!!! @ocvarsity @latsondheimer ⁦@SouthOCsports⁩ pic.twitter.com/YEljSAszca

— Triton Athletics (@SCHSTritons) November 8, 2023

Congrats to Gianna Feldsien on signing her National Letter of Intent for Women’s Soccer at the Univ. of the Pacific!!! @ocvarsity @latsondheimer ⁦@SouthOCsports⁩ pic.twitter.com/6CN0wWjJhg

— Triton Athletics (@SCHSTritons) November 8, 2023

Congrats to Nolan Rooker on signing his National Letter of Intent for Men’s Diving at Northwestern!!! @ocvarsity @latsondheimer ⁦@SouthOCsports⁩ pic.twitter.com/h16ueRntqJ

— Triton Athletics (@SCHSTritons) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Elise Lee for signing her National Letter of Intent to play golf at Northwestern University! Philippians 3:14@NorthwesternU@NUGolf_Live
@creanlutheran.athletics@OCSportsZone @ocvarsity @ocregister pic.twitter.com/5uMrRrZ06B

— Crean Lutheran (@creanlutheranhs) November 8, 2023

Congratulations to Abby Thies for signing her National Letter of Intent to play volleyball at Biola University! Philippians 2: 3-4@biolau@BiolaAthletics@BiolaVolleyball@ocsportszone@ocvarsity @ocregister pic.twitter.com/32zNLfpbJ8

— Crean Lutheran (@creanlutheranhs) November 8, 2023

Senior athletes in all sports, except football, are eligible to officially sign a letter of intent at this time.

The list will be updated throughout the day.

The list includes athletes who received commitment letters from Ivy League schools and military service academies, but does not include players offered preferred walk-on status.

OCVarsity will have a signing list for football players during the sport’s official signing periods in December and February.

ORANGE COUNTY FALL SIGNING LIST

(Please send Signing Day information to preps@ocregister.com)

ALISO NIGUEL

Kate Dunakin, softball, Tulsa

Jonathan Nodolski, baseball, Alfred State

Nevaeh Mendez, volleyball, Vanguard

Taylor Nelson, softball, Stanford

Taryn Raibon, soccer, Maryland

Kate Wilson, soccer, Utah Valley

ANAHEIM DISCOVERY CHRISTIAN

Shaojun Luo, golf, UC Riverside

BECKMAN

Victoria Turner, volleyball, UC San Diego

Stacy Reeves, beach volleyball, TCU

Eli Geddy, golf, UC San Diego

Lauren Turner, soccer, Cal State Fullerton

Maddy Tjon, soccer, Cal Poly Pomona

BREA OLINDA

Chloe Montera, soccer, Graceland

Sierra Criner, soccer, Mt. Olive

Haylee Long, volleyball, Vanguard

CANYON

Cohen Gomez, baseball, Stanford

Mattias Morris, golf, Aurora

Austin Dang, soccer, Cal State San Bernardino

Sofia Ingle, golf, Biola University

Kendall Nevin, softball, Portland State

Maya Sarhan, soccer, Pacific

CAPISTRANO VALLEY

Valerie Kwa, softball, Brown

Quinn Southerland, softball, Boise State

Allison Craycroft, soccer, Cal State Fullerton

Ryan Namdar, soccer, UC San Diego

Lauren Longworth, soccer, Hawaii Pacific

Devin Zachry, soccer, Northwestern

Michael Yousef, baseball, Johns Hopkins

CAPISTRANO VALLEY CHRISTIAN

Camille Solovjev, volleyball, Biola University

Andrew Johnson, baseball, USC

CORONA DEL MAR

Jack Cross, tennis, Cal Poly SLO

Niels Hoffmann, tennis, USC

Sterling Foley, volleyball, USC

Ryan Gant, volleyball, Stanford

Charlie Olson, golf, Gonzaga

Antonio Aramburu, wrestling, San Francisco State

Ava Schoening, water polo, Brown

CREAN LUTHERAN

Elise Lee, golf, Northwestern

Abby Thies, volleyball, Biola

Kiera Maynard, volleyball, The Master’s

Sicily Windham, softball, Lamar

Troy Jenkins, basketball, Indiana Univ.–Purdue Univ. Indianapolis

Caroline Rader, rowing, SMU

Delaney Schappert, soccer, Clark University

CYPRESS

Bella Caceres, basketball, Hiram College

Isabella Chen, diving, Northwestern

Gabriel Cobian, baseball, Long Beach State

Katherine Gerbing, golf, UC Irvine

Madeline Granados, softball, Biola

Briana Holguin, softball, Fairleigh Dickinson

Nick Montgomery, baseball, Arizona State

Ryan Slevcove, golf, Iona

Alex Swick, Penn State-York, baseball

Breana Townsend, softball, softball

DANA HILLS

Maddy Culp, soccer, Idaho State

Taylor Hill, soccer, Wesleyan

Kate Kokx, soccer, Vanguard

Grady Faris, baseball, Cal State Fullerton

Jayden Hernandez, cross country, New Mexico

Nick Fry, golf, Cal State Northridge

EDISON

Chloe Lam, golf, Santa Clara

Morgan Gillinger, beach volleyball, Cal State Northridge

Sammy Wood, beach volleyball, Santa Clara

Summer Witherby, beach volleyball, Cal Poly SLO

Hailey Clingan, soccer, UC Irvine

Elia Reyes, lacrosse, Lewis and Clark

EL DORADO

AJ Frausto, baseball, San Diego

Jolie Johnson, softball, Kennesaw State

Lauren Karp, soccer, Northern Arizona

Emerson Ahsmuhs, volleyball, Carson Newman

Katherine Park, soccer, USC

Kasey Nichols, softball, Arlington Baptist

Isaiah Quintero, wrestling, Purdue

Kelsie Jensen, softball, Southern Idaho

Hailey Skullr, softball, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical

Morgan Kronebusch, lacrosse, Colorado Mesa

Cora Burgess, basketball, Sonoma State

Maggie Grijalva, ice hockey, Hood College

EL MODENA

Isabella Gonzalez, softball, Canisius

Nick Santivanez, baseball, Cal State Northridge

Grace Wharton, swimming, UNLV

EL TORO

Emily Doane, lacrosse, Colorado State-Pueblo

Kylie Loertscher, softball, California State Chico

Taylor Smith, soccer, Arizona

ESPERANZA

Alyssa Dimitriadis, swimming, UNLV

Shannon Dempsey, soccer, McNeese State

Riley Cutshall, soccer, Biola

Danielle Escobedo, soccer, Saint Mary’s College (Indiana)

Avery Bowman, soccer, Catholic University

Taylor Shumaker, softball, Florida

FOOTHILL

Garrett Davidson, baseball, UC San Diego

Brian Harbour, baseball, San Diego

William Griswold, water polo, Brown

FULLERTON

Ava Paquin, softball, Sonoma State

Tianna Salcido, softball, Tennessee State

Emi Todoroki, softball, George Washington University

FOUNTAIN VALLEY

Makenzie Butt, softball, Boise State

Jessica Jang, water polo, Cal Baptist

Kayla Knoob, soccer, Cal State San Marcos

Anthony Lucio, wrestling, Cal Poly SLO

Taylor Reynolds, softball, Wagner

Ryland Whitworth, wrestling, Army

Hercules Windrath, wrestling, Cal Poly SLO

HUNTINGTON BEACH

Jaiden Anderson, soccer, USC

Sydney Harris, rowing, Tennessee

Ashley Long, softball, Nebraska-Omaha

Sage Anderson, softball, UC Santa Barbara

Zoe Prystajko, softball, Stanford

Liah Lummus, softball, Loyola Marymount

Macy Fuller, softball, Cal State San Marcos

Nathan Acevas, baseball, UC Santa Barbara

Collin McNiven, baseball, Claremont McKenna

Matt Hansen, baseball, BYU

Dani Sparks, beach volleyball, Cal Poly SLO

Haylee LaFontaine, beach volleyball, Cal Poly SLO

Meghan Freck, beach volleyball, UC Davis

Lola Fernsten, beach volleyball, UC Davis

Lyndsay Harris, volleyball, Alabama State

Kylie Leopard, volleyball, Cal Poly Pomona

Jake Pazanti, volleyball, Long Beach State

Ben Bray, volleyball, Grand Canyon

Marley Garwick, water polo, Fresno State

Christian Hammonds, water polo, UC San Diego

Jay Pyle, water polo, Air Force

Ethan Spoon, water polo, UC Irvine

IRVINE

Alexia Duncan, swim, Utah

Kaila Kua, soccer, George Washington

Hyli De Los Santos, softball, Westcliff

JSERRA

Charlie Caruso, baseball, Northwestern University

Matthew Champion, baseball, Louisiana State

Sebastian Rancik, basketball, Colorado

Trent Taliaferro, volleyball, UCLA

Hannah Puff, soccer, Colorado

Bella Stewart, soccer, Kentucky

Maysen Veronda, soccer, Texas A&M

Eva Hurtado, softball, Cal State Fullerton

Mia Krueger, softball, Cal Baptist University

Kaylee Layfield, softball, George Washington University

KENNEDY

Addison Collum, volleyball, Arkansas State

LAGUNA BEACH

Cade Anderton, water polo, Pepperdine

Sam Burchi, baseball, Lewis and Clark

Emerson Hensley, water polo, Brown

Ava Knepper, water polo, USC

Jessica MacCallum, tennis, Cal Poly SLO

Kate Parker, equestrian, Auburn

Tyler Swensen, water polo, Santa Clara

LA HABRA

Jared Day, baseball, Hawaii Pacific

LOS ALAMITOS

Sydney Bergstrom, rowing, Oklahoma

Hayley Bergstrom, rowing, Oklahoma

Abby Sickles, golf, Cal State San Marcos

Cari Ferguson, softball, Santa Clara

Callie Fitzpatrick, softball, Long Beach State

Camryn Johnson, softball, Seattle

Allyssa Ramos, softball, Iowa

Gaby Terrones, softball, San Diego State

Kaia Herweg, volleyball, Grand Canyon

Anna Sanzaro, volleyball, Sonoma State

Noa Nuez, beach volleyball, Georgia State

Elise Lenahan, beach volleyball, Cal Poly SLO

Madelyn Nollan, water polo, Indiana

Cole Francisco, water polo, UC Irvine

Mac Marr, water polo, UC Davis

MATER DEI

John Elliott, baseball, USC

Wylan Moss, baseball, UCLA

Braden Ruiz, baseball, Saint Mary’s College

Scotty Belnap, basketball, Utah Tech

Brady Karich, basketball, Claremont McKenna

Jenessa Cotton, basketball, Duke

Emily Shaw, basketball, Central Washington University

Hannah Clark, gymnastics, Clemson

Makenna Evans, lacrosse, Butler

Amelia Haney, rowing, Notre Dame

Elizabeth Struve, sailing, Tulane

Ashtyn Tierney, sailing, Stanford

Kevin Abarca, soccer, San Diego State

Lily Biddulph, soccer, USC

Hannah Caira, soccer, Vanguard University

Shannon Nettekoven, soccer, Cal State Fullerton

Jenna Rivera, soccer, UC San Diego

Sierra Schwarz, soccer, University of the Pacific

Piper Wilkison, soccer, Butler

Catherine Kawabe, softball, Tufts University

Jaiden Lynch, swimming & diving, University of Texas

James Krantz, tennis, UC San Diego

Chloe Vu, tennis, UC Riverside

Athena Wardy, tennis, UC San Diego

Tyler Robinson, volleyball, USC

Malyssa Cawa, volleyball, Stanford

Isabel Clark, volleyball, University of San Diego

Cymarah Gordon, volleyball, Michigan

Julia Kakkis, volleyball, Brown

MISSION VIEJO

Caroline Roelen, diving, University of Houston

Zachary Welsh, diving, Purdue

Jacob Welsh, diving, University of Texas at Austin

Anna Lemkin, diving, Stanford

Sofia Elliott, softball, Iowa

Hailey Gald, softball, Colgate

Dakota Marsee, softball, Rhodes College

Jeremy Caringella, soccer, Point Loma Nazarene University

Ava Tabangcura, softball, Quinnipiac University

NEWPORT HARBOR

Riggs Guy, volleyball, UC Santa Barbara

Jack Von Der Ahe, volleyball, USC

Owen Tift, water polo, Pepperdine

Quinn Bartlett, water polo, Naval Academy

Chloe Rizof, water polo, Santa Clara

Peter Castillo, water polo, UCLA

Gavin Appeldorn, water polo, Princeton

Ryan Chalupnik, water polo, UCLA

Taryn Graves, rowing, Tennessee

Kate Kubiak, soccer, Oregon

Ally Thomas, soccer, Mississippi

Angelena Peterson, water polo, Marist

ORANGE LUTHERAN

Katie Harper, stunt, Missouri Baptist University

Matthew Mai-Prasarnsuk, water polo, U.S. Naval Academy

Brianne Weiss, softball, Notre Dame

Mya Diaz, softball, Concordia University-Irvine

Dillan Danks, soccer, Loyola Marymount

Xavier Alcantar, soccer, University Of North Carolina-Asheville

Lily Underwood, volleyball, Westmont College

Makalin Goehring, volleyball, UC San Marcos

Isabella Calderon, water polo, UC Irvine

Lauren Steele, water polo, UCLA

Samantha Kim, water polo, Brown

Sofia Umeda, water polo, USC

PACIFICA

Kaniya Bragg, softball, UCLA

Delaina Ma’ae, softball, UC Santa Barbara

Brynne Nally, softball, Long Beach State

Kayli Counts, softball, Cal

Malia Cuevas, softball, Northwest Missouri State

Annika Sogsti, softball, Cal State Fullerton

Sam Milligan, softball, Davis and Elkins

ROSARY

Allison Clarke, basketball, Loyola Marymount

Sherry Diep, soccer, University of New Mexico

Madison Encinas, soccer, Baylor

Leah Gimenez, soccer, Cal State Bakersfield

Claire Heidelman, cheer and stunt, Alma College

Katie Meneses, lacrosse, Missouri Western State

Brianna Salazar, softball, American International College

Nevaeh Trejo, softball, American International College

SAN CLEMENTE

Brett Ephraim, cross country and track, Colorado State

Kai Schmitt, volleyball, Stanford

Gianna Feldsien, soccer, Pacific

Nolan Rooker, diving, Northwestern

SAN JUAN HILLS

Eva Andersen, soccer, UC San Diego

Duke DeVault, lacrosse, Westminster University

Zach Doyle, baseball, UC Irvine

Taylor Fox, diving, University of Texas

Dane Grant, baseball. UC Irvine

Aryanna Hudson, basketball, Vanguard University

Milly Keetch, soccer, Utah Valley University

Sage Melkonian, gymnastics, Cal

Jack Morrissey, baseball, Belmont University

Austin Plisinski, baseball, Pepperdine

Brad Smolinski, golf, Oregon State

Chloe Sorensen, rowing, Harvard

Birdie Stone, volleyball, Montana

SANTA MARGARITA

Xihan “Ariel” Lin, swimming & diving, Cornell

Sheridan Smith, swimming & diving, University of Miami

Hunter Cehelnik, swimming & diving, UC San Diego

Nathan Wu, swimming & diving, USC

Logan de Groot, baseball, UCLA

Ben Escobar, baseball, Xavier

Jake Lavin, baseball, Cal

Cade Townsend, baseball, Mississippi

Regan Shields, volleyball, Oregon State

Ethan Saint, volleyball, UC Santa Barbara

Hannah McClaskey, water polo, Arizona State

Leigh Chien, golf, Stanford

Aaron Huang, golf, Manhattan College

Ruby Berg, soccer, UC San Diego

Faith George, soccer, USC

Bella Gissendanner, soccer, Idaho

Molly MacMillan, soccer, Texas

Kaylee McKeehan, soccer, Boise State

Charlotte Memoly, soccer, San Jose State

Ireland Regan, soccer, Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Sydney Berg, softball, Colgate

Audrey Crafts, lacrosse, Cal

Layla Montelongo, lacrosse, University of Alabama-Huntsville

Rachel Brandt, equestrian, Southern Methodist University

Natalie Shearer, fencing, Northwestern

London Cortinas, stunt, California Baptist University

Cameron McNamee, basketball, Dartmouth

Brooklyn Kostoff, volleyball, Azusa Pacific

Theodore Le, lacrosse, Westminster University

SERVITE

Joe Moyer, soccer, Stanford

Eamon Rigdon, volleyball, USC

ST. MARGARET’S

Reed Wainwright, volleyball, Stanford

SUNNY HILLS

Yurang Li, golf, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

TESORO

Jordan Fjelstad, soccer, Oregon State

Kennedy Proctor, softball, University of Utah

Kiara Cisneros, softball, San Diego State

Peyton Roberge, softball, Montana State

Gian Santos, swimming, Columbia

Kaumana Carreira, volleyball, Stanford

Bruno Ribeiro, swimming, Georgetown

Avery Hanhauser, soccer, Vanguard University

Natalie Kent, golf, Eastern Washington University

TRABUCO HILLS

Daniela Luden, softball, Sonoma State

Eliza Taylor, swimming, California Baptist University

UNIVERSITY

Kaitlyn Carmichael, cross country, UC San Diego

VILLA PARK

Madden Tucker, softball, Converse University

Allison Mann, swimming, San Diego State

Taylor Walsh, volleyball, Gonzaga

Justin Tims, baseball, Washington

YORBA LINDA

Jacob Talbott, baseball, Biola

Schools and athletes, let us know about your Signing Day news by emailing the information to preps@ocregister.com.

Names must be submitted by 5 p.m. Wednesday.

Note: OCVarsity no longer publishes submitted signing day photos from athletes, parents or schools.

WHO CAN SIGN?

Football is the only high school sport that isn’t eligible to sign a letter of intent at this time. Football will have an early signing period in December and its regular signing period in February.

Santa Margarita swimmer Teagan O’Dell remained in the fast lane Monday by announcing her college commitment early into her junior year.

The Register’s reigning female athlete of the year and Orange County’s two-time swimmer of the year committed to Cal.

O’Dell shared the news on her Instagram account just two days ahead of the first National Signing Day for the Class of 2024.

“I am so grateful for the opportunity to pursue my academic and athletic career the University of California, Berkeley,” she wrote. “I want to thank my family, teammates at MVN (Mission Viejo Nadadores), coaches and friends for supporting me throughout this process.”

O’Dell, who trains and races for the Mission Viejo Nadadores in club, attracted recruiting interest from top programs across the nation. She made official recruiting trips to Cal, USC, Texas, North Carolina State and Virginia.

At Cal, she joins a program now led by coach David Durden, who also leads the men’s swimming team. Durden emerged as the coach of both programs following the firing of longtime women’s coach Teri McKeever.

Durden’s ties to Orange County swimming most notably includes coaching two-time Olympian and gold medalist Tom Shields (Edison), a collegiate star at Cal.

“I trust Dave Durden with my future and can’t wait to train with the Cal women,” O’Dell said later Monday.

O’Dell bolsters Cal’s 2025 recruiting class that includes arguably the top three girls in the nation. The Golden Bears also have commitments from national team members Claire Weinstein and Alex Shackell.

“(My) top factors were coach, girls (on the team) and academics,” O’Dell said. “Cal has those three.”

O’Dell highlighted her sophomore season with Santa Margarita by blazing a national high school record in the 200-yard individual medley at the state meet in Fresno in May. She clocked a time of 1 minute, 53.38 seconds to cap her pursuit of the record.

In addition to the national record, O’Dell set four Orange County records last season, three state marks and paced the county in six of the eight individual events.

O’Dell also helped the Eagles, who won CIF-SS Division 1 and CIF State championships, set the national high school record in the 200 freestyle relay.

In early September, she won the gold for Team USA in the 200-meter backstroke at the World Aquatics Junior Championships in Netanya, Israel.

O’Dell plans to race at a few upcoming meets on the U.S. circuit, including the U.S. Open later this month in Greensboro, N.C.  The meet will continue her preparations for the U.S. Olympic Trials in June.

“It’s nice to have the (college) decision early so now I can get prepared,” she added.

Please send swimming news to Dan Albano at dalbano@scng.com or @ocvarsityguy 

But Collier, in all likelihood, is destined for the draft after one season with the Trojans. And on Friday night, USC locked its future future backcourt into place.

Trent Perry, a 6-foot-4 combo guard coming off a run leading a talented Harvard-Westlake squad to a CIF Open Division state championship, announced his commitment to USC on Friday night on social media. It’s another massive recruiting win for Coach Andy Enfield, who brought in Collier and Sierra Canyon’s Bronny James as part of a loaded 2023 class and now strikes big with Perry in 2024.

“He felt at home with the staff and school,” David Rebibo, Perry’s coach at Harvard-Westlake, wrote in a text.

Perry’s the ideal modern combo guard for Enfield. He’s mature beyond his years and plays with the innate pace of a conductor, if the conductor could also take off from a few steps inside the arc and flip a legs-splayed layup around the outstretched arms of opposing big men. He’d be a ready-made fit next to Bronny James if James were to stay at USC for a sophomore season – James’ recovery from cardiac arrest leading to a range of possibilities as to his future with the Trojans – and if James moves on, Perry is a foundational piece capable of running the point or playing off the ball.

“Coach Enfield plays an uptempo style and gives his guards freedom to play,” Rebibo wrote, when asked how he envisioned Perry fitting into Enfield’s system.

Perry’s shot selection can occasionally waver, firing off a pull-up 3-point attempt here and there when a better look might have come later in the shot clock in games during his junior year, but that’s more than offset by his court vision and versatility on defense. Watch his patience here in commanding a fast break, drawing the eyes of the low-man just long enough to dink teammate Jacob Huggins for a dunk:

Trent Perry finds Jacob Huggins and Harvard-Westlake is up 27-9 over De La Salle. Mick Cronin watching here at Mater Dei. pic.twitter.com/Gssxy9zC6M

— Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) January 29, 2023

He’s got plenty of shot-making moxie and the ability to push tempo, too, as evidenced in the first clip of this highlight by Ballislife, an end-of-quarter 3-pointer over double-coverage in a game against Sierra Canyon last year:

From watching him orchestrate Harvard-Westlake’s offense at one of the highest levels of high school basketball in the country, it’s easy to see Perry eventually stepping into a Drew Peterson-esque role at USC, a versatile guard with size who is as capable of threading a pick-and-roll needle as he is bumping a defender off for a smooth midrange jumper.

Perry, too, is a born leader, the focal point of excellent chemistry in Harvard-Westlake’s core, in constant communication and encouragement with teammates like now-graduated forward Brady Dunlap.

“Constantly seeking ways to improve his game, how he approached the game, film study, nutrition, and the weight room,” Rebibo texted. “An incredibly motivated young man who loves the process of getting better.”

Orange Lutheran All-County softball player Kai Minor said she recently committed to reigning NCAA champion Oklahoma for several reasons, including a desire to “compete with the best.”

“I want to play and compete with the best,” the junior center fielder said of her commitment on Sept. 15 to the Sooners, who have claimed the past three NCAA titles.

Minor joins Oklahoma’s loaded 2025 recruiting class that also features her OC Batbusters travel teammate Sophia Bordi, a pitcher from New Jersey.

See you SN #commited #ALLIN #THERESONLYONE #boomersooner #championshipmindset @OU_Softball @GassoPatty @jtgasso @coachjro @ocbatbusters pic.twitter.com/HBXVvLnLJp

— Kai Minor (@KaiMoney2025) September 15, 2023

Minor said she also picked the Sooners because of their coaching and family atmosphere.

The team features several players who rose the ranks through the Batbusters travel organization, including Alyssa Brito (Pacifica) and Hannah Coor (Esperanza).

“The coaching styles/philosophies of (Batbusters) coach Mike Stith and coach Patty Gasso (of Oklahoma) are very similar,” Minor said. “Norman (Oklahoma) already feels like a family environment before I step onto the field.”

“I love hitting, and being coached by the hitting guru, JT Gasso, was the icing on the cake,” she added of the Oklahoma assistant coach.

Last season, Minor earned first-team All-County honors after leading Orange Lutheran with a .430 average and 24 stolen bases. She was selected Trinity League MVP and All-CIF in Division 1.

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Orange County high school football will be overflowing with promising players as it returns under the stadium lights this fall.

From nationally-ranked Mater Dei to small-school powers such as Laguna Beach, OCVarsity’s annual Hot 150 reflects the county’s abundance of talent. About 30 seniors, for example, have already committed to colleges.

The Hot 150 is compiled from coaches’ input, video analysis, college recruiting interest, statistics, honors and observations.

The talent pool in the county seems to grow deeper each year, so some deserving players might have been left off the list. Many of the overlooked will prove they deserved to be on the Hot 150 and stir the debate as the action plays out each Friday night.

It’s just that type of competition that helps push the players to be their best.

OCVARSITY HOT 150

1. ELIJAH BROWN, Mater Dei, QB

The Stanford commit doesn’t possess the strongest arm in the country but he’s 29-1 as a starter because his accuracy, decision-making and leadership rank so high. The senior’s surrounding talent certainly helps but make no mistake, Brown is the undisputed leader of the No. 1-ranked team in the nation.

2. BRANDON BAKER, Mater Dei, OL

It’s the year of the offensive lineman in Orange County, and the senior is arguably the best. He’s the No. 1-ranked tackle in the nation by 247Sports in the class of 2024.

3. DEANDRE CARTER, Mater Dei, OL

The senior is as imposing as high school tackles come. He’s 6-foot-5, 335 pounds, and capable of pushing teammate Brandon Baker for the title of top lineman in Orange County.

4. NASIR WYATT, Mater Dei, OLB

The junior has the capability to turn his Trinity League defensive MVP award from last season into the O.C. defensive player of the year this fall. Let’s see if he can surpass his 27.5 tackles for loss and 13 sacks from ’22.

5. ZABIEN BROWN, Mater Dei, CB

The returning first-team All-County selection is trending toward a dominant senior season. He ran track in the spring and committed to Alabama in early July.

6. TJ LATEEF, Orange Lutheran, QB

The junior took a major step last season and appears primed to continue his ascent. A challenging nonleague season — with games at De La Salle of Concord and Chandler of Arizona — could provide him even more momentum.

7. JORDON DAVISON, Mater Dei, RB

Davison showed plenty of potential last season by rushing for 1,514 yards and 17 TDs as a sophomore. The Monarchs have a ton of weapons on offense but his running ability, track record and offensive line make him the No. 1 option.

8. DIJON LEE JR., Mission Viejo, CB/WR

The 6-foot-3 junior is one of the hottest recruits in the county, and with good reason. He has the size and athleticism to be a lockdown defender while also contributing on offense at wide receiver.

9. AIDAN HOUSTON, Cypress, QB

The most productive non-Trinity League player in the county? The reigning Empire League MVP presents a strong case after passing for more than 3,000 yards last season and rushing for more than 1,100. He threw 29 TDs and rushed for another 19.

10. RYNER SWANSON, Laguna Beach, TE/DE

Don’t be swayed by the senior’s small school and division. The BYU commit is 6-foot-4 and 240 pounds, and produces huge numbers. He had 83 receptions for 952 yards last season, and added nine sacks for the Division 9 champion.

11. DAVON MITCHELL, LOS ALAMITOS, TE

The senior from Texas brings major athleticism for his 6-foot-5, 245-pound frame, along with the good hands and a desire to compete for receptions. It will be interesting to see how many targets the Oklahoma commit receives.

12. AYDIN BRELAND, Mater Dei, DL

The 6-foot-5, 290-pound senior moves very well for his size, and if he grabs a ballcarrier, they’re going to the ground. Breland is the top-ranked recruit in the state in the class of 2024, according to 247Sports.

13. TALANOA ILI, Orange Lutheran, LB

Look for the hard-hitting, 6-foot-3, 215-pound sophomore to anchor a stout defense from his outside linebacker spot.

14. MARK SCHROLLER, Mission Viejo, OL

The UCLA commit and 6-foot-6, 275-pound senior finishes his blocks as well as any lineman in the county.

15. JUSTIN TAUANUU, Huntington Beach, OL

The 6-foot-6, 285-pound senior and Stanford commit is a mobile and aggressive offensive tackle.

16. JIREH MOE, Orange Lutheran, DL

The first-team All-County selection burst onto the scene last season as a physical defender with a big-time motor.

17. JORDAN ANDERSON, Newport Harbor, WR/DB

The Oregon-committed senior, a transfer from Millikan, gives the Sailors a major deep threat but he’s also an impact player on defense.

18. MARCUS HARRIS, Mater Dei, WR

Watch for this receiver if you want to see a highlight catch. The junior hauled in 12 TDs last season, including a few in spectacular fashion.

19. LUKE WEBB, JSerra, DE

The first-team All-County selection showed his speed and power coming off the edge last season as a sophomore.

20. MADDEN FARAIMO, JSerra, LB

The transfer from Cathedral Catholic in San Diego arrives as an explosive defender and one of the state’s top recruits in the Class of 2025.

21. PHILLIP BELL, Mission Viejo, WR

A junior from Christian Brothers in Sacramento, Bell has the stats and scholarship offers that signal that he will be an impact player.

22. NATHANIEL FRAZIER, Mater Dei, RB

The speedy and versatile senior often makes the most of his chances, which could be more frequent this season. The Georgia commit averaged 11.4 yards per carry last season.

23. JEILANI DAVIS, Mater Dei, S

The Utah-committed senior emerged as a defensive playmaker last season with 37 total tackles and three interceptions.

24. DARYUS DIXSON, Mater Dei, CB

Don’t sleep on the corner opposite of Zabien Brown. Dixson tied for third on the Monarchs’ tackle list last season and added two interceptions.

25. TREYVON TOLMAIRE, Mission Viejo, CB

The Boise State commit is one of the top cornerbacks in the county, and will get plenty of chances to prove it with opposing teams likely staying away from his counterpart, Dijon Lee Jr.

26. MATAI TAGOA’I, San Clemente, S

The active junior from Faith Lutheran in Nevada collected 73 tackles and nine pass deflections last season. The 6-foot-4, 195-pounder is a hard hitter who has offers from Alabama and Georgia among others.

27. KALEB ANNETT, Corona del Mar, QB

The senior’s first season as the full-time starter should be ultra-productive thanks to his athleticism and offensive weapons. He is committed to Boise State.

28. ZEUS VENEGAS, Mater DEI, DL

The 6-foot-4, 260-pound senior is a force coming off the edge, and a key contributor to a deep defensive line.

29. KAMAR MOTHUDI, Los Alamitos, LB/RB

The 6-foot-3, 200-pound senior from Campbell Hall is making a major step up in competition but the Oregon commit has the physical tools to be an impactful player.

30. TRENT MOSLEY, Santa Margarita, WR

The sophomore showed at the Battle at the Beach passing tournament that he’s now one of the best wideouts in Orange County.

31. JASON ROBINSON JR., San Juan Hills, WR/DB

The Long Beach Poly transfer and Washington commit is a threat to score from any spot on the field.

32. JOSIAH LAMARQUE, Newport Harbor, WR/DB

The senior carries impressive credentials after collecting 69 receptions last season for 989 yards and 11 TDs. He’s also a dangerous returner.

33. MASON YORK, Edison, WR

The senior’s strong showing at the Battle at the Beach has him trending toward an even bigger season than his haul of 47 catches for 870 yards last fall.

34. ALONZO ESPARZA, Los Alamitos, QB

The dual threat junior from Sierra Canyon brings CIF championship experience to an offense rich in talent. Expect him to produce.

35. XZAVIOR GUESS, El Modena, QB

The dual-threat junior earned plenty of respect last season by helping the Vanguards win their first 11 games, including a first-round playoff victory against Pasadena in Division 3.

36. MICHAEL TOLLEFSON, JSerra, QB

The Arizona State commit and San Juan Hills transfer could take off in the Lions’ spread offense, which fits his arm and running ability.

37. ANTHONY LUNA, Western, QB

Luna’s senior season is must-watch after his prolific sophomore and junior campaigns, and his strong summer in passing competitions.

38. JACKSON KOLLOCK, Laguna Beach, QB

The 6-foot-4, 220-pound junior produced huge numbers in just nine games last season. Imagine what he’ll do with a few more this fall.

39. DYLAN GARDNER, Yorba Linda, WR/DB

The senior is the reigning Crestview League player of the year and one of the best two-way players in the county.

40. TRAVIS ANDERSON, Mission Viejo, S

The Boise State-committed senior returns as the county’s premier ball-hawking defensive back after grabbing nine interceptions last season.

41. CONNOR BACHHUBER, San Clemente, OL/DL

The Stanford-committed senior plays with one of the best motors for a county lineman.

42. MAKAI SAGIAO, Edison, OL

The 6-foot-2, 300-pound senior delivered several punishing blocks last season en route to second-team All-County and first-team all-Sunset League honors.

43. CLARENCE CHANEY, JSerra, LB

The senior middle linebacker was a key playmaker on an outstanding Lions defense last season.

44. JACKSON SIEVERS, Capistrano Valley, LB/TE

The 6-foot-2, 220-pound senior is a versatile and productive defender. The past two seasons, he has recorded 99 and 139 total tackles, respectively.

45. ISAIAH RUBIN, Los Alamitos, DB

The senior transfer from Nevada has the skills to help the Griffins at cornerback or safety.

46. MAX RUFF, St. Margaret’s, QB

It’s a strong year for quarterbacks but don’t forget about the Tartans senior in the Orange Coast League. He threw for 2,356 yard and 26 TDs last season.

47. ANTHONY LEAGUE, Los Alamitos, RB

The junior showed his potential last season in backup duty. He’s now 6-foot-1, 205 pounds and faster, so be prepared for a breakout campaign.

48. DYLAN MILLS, San Clemente, QB

The Villanova-committed senior has the starting reins and the opportunity to showcase his passing and running abilities.

49. LEO HANNAN, Servite, QB

The Friars played multiple quarterbacks last season but the 6-foot-4, 207-pound junior showed at the South County passing tournament that he is ready to take the position full-time.

50. MANOAH FAUPUSA, Los Alamitos, OL/DL

The 6-foot-3, 300-pound lineman made a major impact on both sides of the ball — including the backfield — last season as a freshman. Expect more of the same.

51. AUMA JENNINGS, Orange Lutheran, DL

The 6-foot-1, 285-pound sophomore emerged as one of the county’s best freshman last season. The first-team All-Trinity League selection is quick and strong.

52. JADEN O’NEAL, Newport Harbor, QB

The 6-foot-3, 200-pound sophomore is competing with Bode Stefano for the starting job but showed plenty of promise last season as the backup to Malachi Nelson at Los Alamitos.

53. MARCUS BROWN, Mater Dei, WR

The senior wasn’t a Hot 150 selection last season but returns as a go-to target for Elijah Brown after hauling in 37 receptions for a team-high 701 yards and nine TDs.

54. JADYN ROBINSON, San Juan Hills, WR

The 5-foot-9, 160-pound junior from Long Beach Poly and younger brother of Jason Robinson Jr. might be the quickest receiver in the county. He led the Jackrabbits in receptions (48) and receiving TDs (nine) last season.

55. TOMUHINI TOPUI, Mater Dei, DL

The Monarchs are loaded with linemen but remember this 6-foot-4, 300-pound sophomore for his ability to play both sides of the ball. He started at offensive guard last season.

56. TRAVIS WOOD, Tesoro, RB

The Air Force commit and 5-foot-10, 212-pound senior could deliver another 1,000-yard rushing season.

57. KAINOA DAVIS, Mater Dei, OL/DL

The Monarchs love to rotate their defensive linemen but watch for the 6-foot-4, 290-pound senior, a transfer from JSerra. He had a strong offseason and can also play offense.

58. JAKE FLORES, JSerra, OL

The 6-foot-6, 280-pound junior has developed into one of the county’s best tackles.

59. GEORGE PEREZ, JSerra, RB

New Lions coach Victor Santa Cruz calls Perez “electric,” and that’s exactly the type of energy he showed last season. Look for Perez to become a 1,000-yard rusher.

60. QUAID CARR, Servite, RB

The junior’s big-play capability as a runner and receiver out of the backfield make him a major breakout candidate.

61. HYPE GRAND, Orange, QB

The dual-threat junior is back with the Panthers after transferring to Arizona powerhouse Saguaro in the offseason.

62. RUSSELL WEIR, Corona del Mar, WR

The senior has earned the spot as the Sea Kings’ No. 1 wideout, so be ready for a big season. He should surpass his junior year totals of 48 receptions for 726 yards.

63. ARDWON MORRIS, Orange, RB

The Panthers have plans to heavily feature the Sacramento State commit who rushed for 848 yard and 14 TDs last season.

64. AJ IA, Orange Lutheran, TE/OLB

The 6-foot-6, 230-pound junior is not only a big target for the Lancers’ offense but has a knack for getting open. The Lancers appear set to utilize him more on both sides of the ball.

65. CHUCK MCDONALD, Mater Dei, DB

Count the 6-foot-1, 185-pound junior as one of the area’s best man-to-man defenders. Look for him to make plays in passing situations.

66. FOSTER SLAUGHTER, Los Alamitos, S

The San Diego State-committed senior gives the Griffins a hard-hitting tackler from the safety position.

67. LOGAN CHRISTENSEN, JSerra, WR/DB

The 6-foot, 180-pound junior is a slick route runner and a playmaking safety.

68. BENJAMIN ALEFAIO, Orange Lutheran, CB/WR

Remember this 6-foot-1, 190-pound junior. He recently landed an offer from Washington and could emerge as the Lancers’ top cover corner.

69. LEVAR TALLEY, Santa Margarita, LB

The Nevada-committed senior is a playmaker coming off the edge.

70. JACK MATRANGA, Mission Viejo, LB

The 6-foot-2, 230-pound senior and Air Force commit excelled coming off the edge last season but moves to middle linebacker. The first-team All-South Coast League selection is a defender to watch no matter where he plays.

71. CHRISTIAN BROOKS, Corona del Mar, LB

The senior delivered a breakout ’22 season, earning the Sunset League’s co-linebacker of the year award and racking up 102 tackles. He also received the team’s Jack Elliott Character Award earlier this month.

72. SIONE TOHI, Mater Dei, OL

The 6-foot-5, 300-pound junior guard earned third-team All-County honors last season.

73. KHRISTIAN DUNBAR-HAWKINS, Tustin, DB/RB

Look for the Mater Dei transfer and UCLA-committed senior to emerge under the tutelage of his brother Chris Hawkins, who coaches the secondary for the Tillers.

74. KAHO TUIHALAMAKA, Mater Dei, DL

The 6-foot-4, 340-pound senior is an Arizona commit and the nose tackle who helps the Monarchs play a 3-4 front. He does the dirty work that sometimes gets overlooked.

75. SAMUELU UTU, Orange Lutheran, OL

The 6-foot-5, 295-pound sophomore appears to be the county’s next major prospect at offensive tackle. He recently added an offer from Penn State to a list that includes Michigan. Look for him at left tackle.

76. JAKE JAVORSKY, San Juan Hills, LB

The 6-foot, 215-pound senior used his hustle and toughness last season to collect 129 tackles and the Sea View League defensive MVP award.

77. WESTON PORT, San Juan Hills, LB

The hard-charging linebacker is an experienced junior who brings athleticism and aggressive play.

78. JOSHUA FAULKNER, Western, RB/DB

The speedy senior is a multiple-dimensional running back who also plays safety.

79. CARTER CHRISTIE, Villa Park, RB/LB

The reigning Crestview League offensive player of the year is a two-way contributor coming off a strong track season.

80. JOSEPH HARPER, Northwood, WR/DE

The 6-foot-2, 205-pound junior is set to carry on the family legacy at Northwood as a two-way threat.

81. KAPONO MAO, Los Alamitos, C

The 6-foot, 295-pound junior is the emerging anchor for the offensive line after earning first-team all-Sunset League honors last season. He combines quick snaps with physical blocking.

82. ANDRE TAYLOR, Los Alamitos, DE

The 6-foot-2, 285-pound senior from San Jacinto is an active lineman who earned CIF-SS Division 6 defensive player of the year honors last season.

83. MAKI STEWART, Los Alamitos, OL

The 6-foot-5, 305-pound junior has the versatility to play guard or tackle with a ton of physicality. Stewart showed both talents last season before transferring to Alemany.

84. MITCHELL JONES, El Dorado, OL

The 6-foot-3, 280-pound Air Force commit is an aggressive lineman who loves to finish his blocks.

85. GAGE BURNETT, Santa Margarita, LB

The 6-foot-2, 215-pound senior brings physical play and experience to a group of linebackers who could anchor the Eagles’ defense.

86. HOI AMASIO-HANSEN, Edison, LB/RB

Chargers coach Jeff Grady views the arrival of the physical senior, who showed promise as a sophomore at Servite, as a “difference maker.”

87. NICHOLAS MIALI, Foothill, QB

The 6-foot-6, 205-pound senior is a returning starter who is coming off a strong offseason. Expect him to make a jump.

88. ZACH GIULIANO, Corona del Mar, TE

The Sea Kings know how to use tight ends, so look for the 6-foot-5, 225-pound junior to be a key target.

89. AJON BRYANT, Mater Dei, RB/WR

The speedy senior has the speed, hands and well-rounded skills to spark the Monarchs’ offense with one play.

90. JAMES JOHNSON, Santa Margarita, QB

The junior from Servite showed major improvement during the summer.

91. SAVELIO NIUMATA, Edison, QB

The 6-foot-4, 205-pound junior is on track to start after showing his progress during summer passing competitions.

92. DAXTON CHRISTMAN-GOURLEY, Mission Viejo, OL

The 6-foot-6, 270-pound senior showed agility and aggressiveness at guard last season. He has been offered by Colorado State, San Diego State and others.

93. DESHAWN COBBS, Fullerton, RB

The 6-foot, 205-pound senior is a North County gem after rushing for 1,305 yards and 14 TDs in 10 games last season.

94. CHRISTIAN-WALLACE FILEMU, Orange Lutheran, LB

The high-energy junior helped the Lancers’ defense to continue to improve last season.

95. SEAN MARELLA, Huntington Beach, OL/DL

The Air Force-committed senior is an aggressive, two-way lineman who moves well at 6-foot-3, 280 pounds.

96. SULLIVAN LAND, San Juan Hills, RB

The senior earned Sea View League Offensive MVP last season by rushing for 831 yards and 10 TDs.

97. TANNER WILLIAMS, Mater Dei, LB

The senior is a name to remember as he returns from a knee injury that cost him his junior season. He was an impact defender as a sophomore.

98. ROCCO BURDETT, Cypress, LB

The 6-foot-2, 235-pound senior might be under-the-radar to some but the Centurions know he is their anchor on defense.

99. JACOB CARLON, Newport Harbor, OLB

The 6-foot-3, 210-pound senior could be coming off the edge with more speed and power after a strong offseason.

100. RYAN LUCE, Trabuco Hills, WR

The 6-foot, 170-pound junior is a three-sport athlete who piled up 54 catches — a few in spectacular fashion — for 918 yards last season.

101. JONAVAN ASUNCION, Mission Viejo, LB

The senior linebacker is the Diablos’ top returning tackler with 95 last season.

102. BEN BAKER, San Clemente, OL/DL

The senior lineman knows how to find the ball on defense and dish out the tough blocks on offense.

103. TREVOR NEWKIRK, San Juan Hills, OL

The 6-foot-7, 315-pound senior tackle is a crushing blocker who moves well for his size.

104. ABDUALL SANDERS JR., Mater Dei, LB

The 6-foot-2, 225-pound junior is like a major breakout candidate. Look for him to make explosive plays at middle linebacker, especially with his speed.

105. JA’MYRON BAKER, Los Alamitos, WR

The 6-foot-1 170-pound sophomore flashed No. 1 receiver potential last season with 32 catches for almost 500 yards. He has received several major offers, including Georgia and USC.

106. NOAH KUCERA, Dana Hills, WR

The 5-foot-10, 185-pound senior forms a dynamic wide receiving duo with Chase Berry. Last season, Kucera averaged more than 16 yards per reception.

107. EDWARD MA, Northwood, QB

The 6-foot-3, 185-pound transfer from Woodbridge brings two seasons of experience and a well-rounded skill set to the reigning CIF-SS Division 8 champion.

108. HAYDEN FRAZIER, Cypress, OL

The 6-foot-4, 300-pound senior moves to left tackle to protect Aidan Houston’s blindside after clearing running lanes last season at left guard.

109. JON SILVESTRI, Yorba Linda, DT

The 6-foot-2, 245-pound senior forms one-half of a dynamic tackle duo with Josh Grethen. Silvestri’s explosive get-off technique should help him build off a strong junior season.

110. JADEN WILLIAMS, Mission Viejo, DE

The 6-foot-4, 230-pound junior is a rising defensive lineman who has offers from San Diego State among others.

111. CONNOR IRONS, Sunny Hills, TE/DE

The 6-foot-6, 240-pound senior committed to Air Force as a defensive end but also plays tight end. He’s an aggressive tackler who knows how to wrap up.

112. EIMESSE ESSIS, Tustin, RB

The 5-foot-9, 165-pound junior is an under-the-radar talent. He rushed for 1,162 yards and 12 TDs last season, and was offered by Colorado before the arrival of Coach Deion Sanders.

113. AARON MITCHELL, Foothill, RB

The 5-foot-8, 185-pound senior has the potential to become a 1,000-yard rusher with the improved Knights.

114. REEF LANCASTER, Mission Viejo, OL

If the 6-foot-4, 300-pound senior pushes around defenders as well as he did last season, expect more offers to arrive.

115. NOAH SULICK, Santa Margarita, LB

The 6-foot, 210-pound senior is Mr. Steady for the Eagles’ defense. He is the unit’s top returning tackler (70) and finished third in sacks (four) last season.

116. SIRR BIBLE, Los Alamitos, LB

The 6-foot-1, 220-pound junior should continue his rise as he plays with a talented group of linebackers.

117. ISAIAH QUINTERO, El Dorado, RB

The Purdue-bound wrestler returns after rushing last season for 1,252 yards, including a school-record 366 against Canyon.

118. NOAH TAGALOA, Segerstrom, RB

The Jaguars love to run the ball but can be diverse with the well-rounded Tagaloa. The junior rushed for 755 yards last season and added another 438 in receiving. Also watch for his running mate Noble Acosta.

119. STEVE CHAVEZ, Orange Lutheran, RB

Keep an eye on the 6-foot, 210-pound junior transfer from Damien, who rushed for 517 yards last season and showed solid receiving skills.

120. BEN HOLLAND, Trabuco Hills, ATH./DB

The senior is another under-the-radar safety who also contributes as a returner.

121. BRANDON GIRON, La Habra, RB

The senior looks like a 1,000-yard rushing candidate after flashing his talents in the second half of last season.

122. DECLAN HEALEY, Troy, RB/DB

The senior is the key, two-way player for the Warriors. He rushed for 653 yards and nine TDs last season and will add more defensive duties this fall.

123. TITUS MILLER, Mission Viejo, DL

The 6-foot-2, 270-pound senior is one of the Diablos’ strongest players and capable of drawing double teams in the middle of the line. He also moves well enough to play the edge or pursue plays out of the pocket.

124. JOSHUA TUCHEK, Los Alamitos, CB

The 6-foot-1, 175-pound junior from Santa Margarita is an aggressive defender.

125. DREW SHANLEY, San Clemente, WR/DB

The senior showed at the Ocean View passing tournament that he has the skills to be a No. 1 wide receiver.

126. KYLE BRODY, Santa Margarita, TE

The Air Force-committed senior is the Eagles’ big target at 6-foot-4, 240 pounds.

127. BRODERICK REDDEN, San Clemente, TE

The 6-foot-5, 220-pound senior looks like a major weapon in his move to tight end from quarterback.

128. REILY WALKER, Capistrano Valley, LB

The 5-foot-11, 185-pound junior plays fast and physical. He recorded 76 tackles last season and pounced on four fumbles.

129. LEX MAILANGI, Mater Dei, OL

A freshman starting on the No. 1-ranked team in the nation? Look for the 6-foot-3, 330-pound Mailangi to start at one of the interior positions on the offensive line.

130. CHRISTIAN PANAPA, Orange Lutheran, LB

The sophomore transfer from Servite is generating buzz as a member of the Lancers’ talented group of linebackers.

131. HUNTER NAJM, Aliso Niguel, QB

The 6-foot-1, 185-pound senior is another returning starter who has earned strong reviews for his offseason work.

132. NOA BANUA, Fountain Valley, QB

The Barons are excited about the progress of the senior, who will again face some of the best competition in the county.

133. LEE FUIMAONO, San Clemente, RB/LB

The 6-foot, 215-pound junior could emerge as a physical force on both sides of the ball.

134. TOMMY ACOSTA, Capistrano Valley, QB

The Cougars have a good feel for offense, and the 5-foot-11, 180-pound junior should benefit in his first season as the full-time starter.

135. NATE LEWIS, Villa Park, QB

The athletic, 6-foot, 185-pound junior started the final six games last season, helping the Spartans go 4-2, including a playoff win.

136. JADEN MOORE, Buena Park, RB/DB

The Coyotes have big plans for the transfer from Orange, who will get to show his skills on both sides of the ball.

137. HENRY WONDERLICK, Villa Park, OL

The improving 6-foot-3, 280-pound junior excelled at center last season by pushing aside opponents to create running lanes.

138. BEN ARMENDARIZ, El Toro, QB

The senior signaled a breakout campaign by leading the Chargers to the title at the Huntington Beach passing tournament in July.

139. KENNY SAUCEDO, La Habra, QB

The 5-foot-11, 165-pound junior is a speedy dual-threat quarterback who progressed in the throwing department over the summer.

140. CORIN RYNDERS, Canyon, QB

The 6-foot-3 senior is filling the shoes of graduate Christian Lundsberg, who was the county’s leading passer last season. That’s a daunting task but Rynders has started before and led the Comanches to the semifinals of the Newport Harbor passing tournament during the summer.

141. NICK ROGERS, Laguna Beach, RB

With Ryner Swanson and Jackson Kollock demanding the attention from defenses, look for the senior to keep piling up the yards. He rushed for 1,259 yards and 12 TDs last season.

142. BLAINE ANDERSON, University, WR

The senior is a big-play receiver who averaged 19.5 yards per reception last season en route to 837 yards and 10 TDs.

143. MARCUS SUNG, Portola, LB/RB

The explosive two-way senior rushed for almost 700 yards last season and tied for second on the team in tackles.

144. DEACON MOSS, Irvine, WR/DB

The speedy junior surfaced last season by hauling in 26 catches for 418 yards, and snagging two interceptions.

145. NATE HOSS, Laguna Hills, DE

The 6-foot-6. 235-pound defensive end and Air Force commit is an impact returner from a squad that claimed CIF-SS and state titles last season.

146. ULAVAI FETULI, La Habra, TE/DE

The 6-foot-4, 225-pound junior is a breakout candidate with his athleticism coming off the edge and in the passing game.

147. CARTER JONES, Crean Lutheran, LB

The junior looks like the anchor for a solid defense. He recorded nearly 100 total tackles last season en route to first-team all-league honors.

148. ANTHONY FABIAN, Marina, RB

New Vikings coach Charlie TeGantvoort loves to run the ball and has pegged the 6-foot-1, 195-pound senior as his leading man.

149. SERGIO TORRES, Santa Ana, QB

The senior is back from a collarbone injury suffered late last season and set to lead the Saints’ offense.

150. MICHAEL SALGADO-MEDINA, Mission Viejo, K

The Arizona commit is the returning first-team All-County kicker, and Chris Sailer ranks him as the No. 1 senior punter in California.

Reports broke on Monday night that Gardena Serra High cornerback Dakoda Fields, a prized local recruit who had given a non-binding verbal commitment to USC and defensive backs coach Donte Williams in June, had flipped his commitment to Oregon. It’s a loss for the future of the Trojans’ secondary, as Fields was a highly-ranked in-state prospect (No. 75 in the 2024 ESPN 300) whose USC decision was a major program win, considering the perception that he was always leaning toward Oregon.

“I was actually a little bit surprised when he committed to USC,” Serra coach Scott Altenberg told the Southern California News Group.

Fields’ decision marks two straight Serra cornerback prospects picking Oregon over USC, as lightning-quick 2023 recruit Rodrick Pleasant committed to the Ducks in February in a decision Altenberg called “51-49” over the Trojans.

Despite the timing, Altenberg said Oregon’s Big Ten move likely didn’t factor into Fields’ decision, as the Serra DB had visited Oregon in late July and had always expressed strong interest in the program. Fields also had an official visit to Washington after his original verbal to USC.

“I think maybe the Big Ten thing in the end … will probably be beneficial for Oregon,” Altenberg said, “but I don’t know how much Dakoda was thinking, ‘Oh, now they’re in the Big Ten.’”

Local coaches have expressed some belief that Oregon and Washington also moving to the Big Ten would level the playing field in local recruiting against USC, now being able to promise national exposure to potential recruits and escape the Pac-12 similar to the Trojans. USC coach Lincoln Riley, however, shot down the idea that the move would affect the Trojans’ local recruiting plans on Friday.

“Win national championships, you’re competing against everybody, in my mind,” Riley said. “I mean, nothing’s changed. Doesn’t matter what conference you’re in; most schools in the country are going to come recruit in Southern California.”

Vanguard University in Costa Mesa announced Thursday that it has been accepted to join the NCAA Division II and the PacWest Conference.

Vanguard will remain a member of the NAIA Golden State Athletic Conference this upcoming school year before joining the PacWest in the fall of 2024.

The PacWest consists of four-year schools from California and Hawaii, including Concordia, Biola and Azusa Pacific among others.

Division II and NAIA schools can both offer student-athletes scholarships.

Vanguard won’t be eligible for the postseason in its first two seasons in the PacWest but could be participate in the 2026-27 school year if its meets the requirements.

Vanguard’s men’s volleyball team, which claimed an NAIA title this past season, will shift to the MPSF, the university stated.

MISSION VIEJO — One of the biggest revelations at the South County passing tournament sprung from a team that graduated its two best wide receivers in May, and lost arguably its best returning option to an injury in the first game on Saturday.

The other stunner came from a school coming off its worst finish in school history, and some wild shuffling of quarterbacks last fall.

Cypress and Servite weren’t the obvious picks to reach the semifinals at the high-octane, summer event but both showed progress in earning their shots against two 7-on-7 titans for a chance to reach the championship.

The Centurions met Mater Dei, which won the Battle at the Beach at Edison last weekend. The Friars faced defending South County champion and tournament host Mission Viejo.

A joke on the Cypress sideline before the semifinals was essentially which one of the four teams seemed a bit out of place.

“Who expects Cypress to be in the final four of this tournament?” asked Centurions coach Rick Feldman, who brought his team to the event for the first time.

Mater Dei and Mission Viejo restored order with lopsided victories in the semifinals, and the Monarchs won the tournament, but Cypress and Servite certainly left their mark as improved teams.

The Monarchs defeated Mission Viejo 28-14 in the final behind four touchdown passes by Stanford commit Elijah Brown, including three to senior wide receiver Marcus Brown.

Mater Dei finished 7-0 for the second consecutive weekend to polish its resume as the No. 1-ranked team in the nation in multiple preseason polls.

Servite gave the rival Monarchs arguably their toughest game, falling 29-21 in the teams’ tournament opener.

The Friars bounced back to win four consecutive games before falling to Mission Viejo 35-14 in the semifinals.

Servite was led by Leo Hannan, a 6-foot-4, 207-pound junior who was part of a crowded quarterback group last season as the Friars went 1-9.

Under the direction of first-year coach Chris Reinert and new offense coordinator Cheyne Lacanaria, Hannan kept the Friars on the move by connecting with a compelling cast of receivers.

The group included emerging senior tight end Aidan O’Callaghan, senior wide receiver Quinn Rosenkranz, junior wide outs Jacob Martin and Ethan Naudin and junior running back Quaid Carr.

“We hung in there,” Hannan said of the Mater Dei game. “We competed just fine. I thought we looked the part, played the part.”

In the quarterfinals, Hannan threw three TDs to O’Callaghan en route to a 35-28 triumph against Centennial Corona. He also tossed TDs to Martin and Carr as the Friars beat the Huskies, who were undefeated but played without QB Husan Longstreet.

O’Callaghan also impressed with a leaping TD catch in a 21-15 victory against Tustin.

“He’s the dude who looks like Hercules,” Hannan said of O’Callaghan (6-3, 220).

In a testament to the offense’s improvement, Carr was the only contributor Saturday who earned all-league honors last season.

“It’s going great,” Hannan said of the Friars’ summer. “We got these new coaches. I love these guys. New, good energy, turn stuff around. If we can just (now) have a good year, and build.”

Hannan landed several offers in the spring, including Washington, Arizona and Illinois, but his focus is now solely on the Friars.

“I want to win games. That’s No. 1,” he said. “Comeback season. That’s really everyone’s focus around here. This a big tournament for us.”

Cypress waged its own comeback while providing a peek into what its offense will look like without wide receivers Matt Morrell and Trevor Monteleone.

Senior quarterback Aidan Houston rallied the Centurions past La Habra in the teams’ opener for a 23-21 victory.

The victory set the tone for Houston working well with senior wide receivers Michael Hubbard and Jake Porteneuve, senior tight end Bruno Caldarella and senior running back Destin Sanchez.

The connections came after Cypress lost senior athlete Jesse Mauldin to a collarbone injury against La Habra.

“(Aidan) is having a great day,” Feldman said of the 5-foot-11, 165-pound dual threat. “His decision making. He’s making quick reads, and his accuracy has been spot on, and we’ve had receivers making huge plays.”

In one of the most exciting games of the tournament, Cypress fell in pool play to Centennial Corona 36-35. The Centurions, according to the tournament rules, could have settled for a 36-36 tie because of the automatically awarded extra-point following its late score. But the Empire League powerhouse opted for the 2-point conversion and lost one point when its attempt failed.

In the quarterfinals, Cypress defeated Bishop Amat 42-35.

That’s a lot of points for a team that graduated a duo in Matt Morrell and Trevor Monteleone who combined last season for 122 receptions for 2,225 yards and 19 TDs.

Hubbard, Porteneuve and Caldarella each finished last fall with one reception apiece.

“For us to come in (here) and perform like we have today,” Feldman said, “I’m happy.”

MISSION VIEJO DEFENDS LINEMEN TITLE

Mission Viejo defended its title in the linemen competition.

The Diablos capped the event by defeating Chaparral in the finals of the tug-of-war, which ignited a wild celebration.

“That’s just the Mission culture,” senior defensive lineman Titus Miller said. “We celebrate each other because a win up front is a win for everybody. We all come together as a unit at the end of the day. We win, lose together.”

In the semifinals of the tug-of-war, the Diablos overcame an early surge by Millikan to rally for the victory.

#AndStill @missionfootball defeats Chaparral en route to linemen title, Mater Dei and Servite didn’t participate but Diablos were dominant @ocvarsity pic.twitter.com/Mrz0aYLCBt

— Dan Albano (@ocvarsityguy) July 8, 2023

DIABLOS’ QB COMPETITION TO CONTINUE

Mission Viejo’s quarterback competition between sophomore Luke Fahey and junior Draiden Trudeau-Cicero is headed to fall camp, Diablos coach Chad Johnson said.

“Luke and Dra had a good day,” Johnson said, “but real football is going to determine the guy who is going to win the job.”

Johnson said the competition will extend to the Diablos’ scrimmage against Santa Margarita on Aug. 11, and perhaps the first few games of the season.

Both QBs tossed a touchdown in the final against Mater Dei. Fahey connected with running back Hinesward Lilomaiav while Trudeau-Cicero threw one to Winslow Garnier.

MISSION VIEJO FRESHMEN SHINE

An opening in the bracket led Mission Viejo to enter a “B” team comprised of all freshmen and coached by Johnson, former Diablos quarterback Kadin Semonza (Ball State) and Reynaldo “Skeats” Spalding.

The B team, led by QB Kale Murphy, reached the silver final, falling to La Habra 22-21.

“They surprised me,” Semonza said of freshmen. “They’re gritty. They stick around, and they’re going to make plays when they need to.”