Submitted by MVA Communications  

 On February 18, 2026, Montverde Academy proudly celebrated 19 student-athletes who officially committed to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level during College Signing Day. 

 Surrounded by family, friends, teammates, teachers, and coaches, these Eagles marked a milestone that reflects years of dedication, discipline, and perseverance. From early mornings in the weight room to long days of competition and travel, each student-athlete has embodied what it means to represent Montverde Academy with excellence. 

 Golf 

  • Junxi Guo – Boston College 
  • Yuta Kida – University of California, Riverside 
  • Isabella Olmos – Queens University of Charlotte 
  • Michelle Su – Wellesley College 
  • Kanchana Duangsam – University of North Carolina Wilmington 
  • Ryo Murata – University of California, Riverside 
  • Alex Shelley – Emmanuel College 

Lacrosse 

  • Brayden Long – Bridgewater College 

Volleyball 

  • Isabella Parra – Illinois Institute of Technology 

 Swim 

  • Jayden Chan – Massachusetts Institute of Technology 
  • Paolo de Fabrique – Carnegie Mellon University 

Tennis 

  • Gareth Igesund – Montana State University 

Baseball 

  • Brody Welborn – St. Johns River State College 

Track & Field 

  • Adriana Rodriguez – University of Iowa 
  • Nakira Hudson – University of South Carolina 
  • Miles Outerbridge – University of Houston 

Water Skiing 

  • Damian Eade – University of Louisiana Monroe 

Girls Basketball 

  • Kendall Perry – Western Kentucky University 

Girls Soccer 

  • Alessandra Jimenez – Daytona State College 

 This signing class represents a wide range of sports and collegiate levels, showcasing the strength and depth of Montverde Academy’s athletic programs. More importantly, these student-athletes have demonstrated leadership, accountability, and a commitment to growth, values that will serve them well at the next level. 

As they prepare to take flight as collegiate athletes, the Montverde Academy community celebrates not just where they are going, but the legacy they leave behind. 

Congratulations, Eagles. The future is bright. 

 

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