All the athletes together. Photo by Peyton Bristow '25.
Jesuit College Prep aims to prepare well-rounded students for success in life, instilling life skills through a variety of programs and experiences. Defining a Jesuit model Jesuit student, Jesuit highlights six core tenants that represent the profile of the graduate. One such value, physically fit, was celebrated this past Friday, November 15, 2024, when Jesuit recognized eleven seniors in the class of 2025 who signed National Letters of Intent (NLI) to officially commit to play collegiate athletics.
Wallace Archie surrounded by family and friends. Photo by Peyton Bristow ’25.
The day represented the accomplishment of lifelong dreams, worked towards everyday on the field, court, and course, but also in the classroom and the community. The eleven athletes reflect the best of Jesuit athletics, both with athletic talent and leadership abilities. As with everything Jesuit does, we celebrated as a community, hosting a ceremony in the Terry Center to recognize the class of athletes. Families and friends packed into the Terry Center, celebrating the accomplishments of our community.
“It was a great feeling to officially sign and secure playing at the next level. It was amazing to see all my hard work on the course and in the classroom pay off. Being there with my teammates and seeing the same dream come true for them made it even better.” -Nicholas Norris
The eleven athletes are:
Baseball:
Wallace Archie- Rhodes College
Patrick Brady- Swarthmore College
Dillon Brandt- University of Pennsylvania
E’mar Fleming II- High Point University
Jake Fults- McLennan Community College
Brayden Montes- Henderson State University
Dillon Brandt surrounded by family and friends. Photo by Peyton Bristow ’25.
“It felt great to make official what I have worked towards my whole life, and having my family and friends their to support me meant the world. I look forward to achieving my goals with the values Jesuit has instilled in me.” -Brayden Montes
Basketball:
Caleb Steger- Boston College
Caleb Steger signing his NLI. Photo by Peyton Bristow ’25.
Golf:
Connor Chisum- Boston College
Nicholas Norris- Arkansas Tech University
Reese Roberts- University of Missouri
Miles Russell- Loyola University New Orleans
“It was awesome to officially sign and make all my hard work worth it. having my whole family there made it a special experience and a day I’ll remember forever. I can not wait to see what Boston has in store for me the next four years.” -Connor Chisum
Connor Chisum with family and coaches. Photo by Peyton Bristow ’25.
Congratulations to these student athletes on accomplishing their goals. We wish them great success in the future and know that they will continue to represent the values Jesuit enshrined in them.
“Signing day was a great way to celebrate all of the hard work and commitment that so many Jesuit athletes in the senior class have put in to be able to play at the next level. The event was very meaningful and I am grateful to share in this celebration of our achievement.” -Wallace Archie
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Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas offers young men an excellent, Catholic education in the classical Jesuit tradition with the purpose of forming a community of men with high moral principles and service to others.
