Class of 2026 Signing Day

Twenty-five members of Bishop Watterson’s Class of 2026 committed to play college sports on April 12, 2026.

Drew Bellisari, football, Miami University, St. Andrew School and Parish
Ava Bunce, field hockey, John Carroll University, St. Timothy School and Parish
Maria D’Orazio, track & field, John Carroll University, Our Lady of Peace School, St. Brendan Parish
Drew Dunlap, lacrosse, University of Montevallo, Jones Middle School, St. Agatha Parish
Pete Eglitis, football, Penn State University, Immaculate Conception School and Parish
Luke Fivecoat, baseball, Kenyon College, St. Brendan School, St. Brigid Parish
Jack Hangen, cross country, Ohio University, Immaculate Conception School and Parish
Caiden Holcomb, baseball, Clark State College, Oak Creek Elementary School
Grace Mayhan, softball, Trine University, St. Brendan School and Parish
Alex McMahon, golf, Ohio Dominican University, Brookfield Elementary School, St. Andrew Parish
Breck Thomas McVey, lacrosse, Capital University, St. Timothy School, St. Margaret of Cortona Parish
Max Meacham, soccer, John Carroll University, St. Michael School and Parish
Emma Miller, soccer, Queens University of Charlotte, St. Agatha School and Parish
Ashley Moreland, volleyball, Niagara University, St. Brigid School and Parish
Michael Mulligan, baseball, University of Toledo, St. Michael School, St. Joan of Arc Parish
Carson Osten, lacrosse, Capital University, Beavercreek High School, St. Brendan Parish
Ava Picken, rowing, High Point University, St. Andrew School and Parish
Suzie Roginski, soccer, University of Louisville, St. Brendan School and Parish
Olivia Schnurr, field hockey, John Carroll University, St. Brendan School and Parish
Kaitlyn Scholl, softball, Ohio Northern University, Immaculate Conception School
Madelyn Stanton, basketball, Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Jackson Middle School
Mia Tipple, lacrosse, Thomas More University, St. Mary Delaware School and Parish
Brody Turpening, lacrosse, Capital University, Immaculate Conception School and Parish
David Wickham, lacrosse, Capital University, St. Michael School and Parish
Julia Ybarra, swimming & diving, John Carroll University, St. Brendan School and Parish

We asked our signees how they apply their Catholic teachings to their athletic endeavors and here are some of their answers.

“I apply my Catholic teachings by always having faith even when things are not going well. We pray before and after every game as a team and have time in the chapel before every game and that helps me get into the right mindset.” –Drew Bellisari

“I place my identity only in Christ. This way, the outcomes of my seasons or games do not define my worth. Regardless of my performance, my reliance on God allows me to become a better person through athletics.” –Ava Bunce

“My Catholic teachings have always reminded me that success is built on more than talent; it requires faith. I have leaned on my faith to keep going when things are hard. I have also tried to live out my Catholic teaching by putting my teammates first which allowed me to be a team competitor.” –Maria D’Orazio

“When I decommitted from Iowa State I used my faith to guide me with what to do. I know God does everything for a reason. I am going to continue to use focus on that in my life.”–Pete Eglitis

“Before every game, I say a prayer asking God to clear my mind and be by my side when I am on the field. I also make the sign of the cross before every at-bat because everything I do is in His name.” –Luke Fivecoat

“The best way I live my Catholic faith in athletics is in the serenity prayer. The words in this prayer are key to performance in sports and life. They guide me in my endeavors both on the field and off.” –Grace Mayhan

“I rely on God in everything I do. I pray before every game that God keeps me healthy and gives me strength and I put it in His hands. Knowing I can rely on my faith allows me to play free.” –Emma Miller

“I like St. Augustine’s saying, ‘Pray as though everything depends on God. Work as though everything depends on you.’” It motivates me to go after things I want to achieve and it comforts me to know that God always has my back.” –Ava Picken

“I apply the Catholic virtues of fortitude, humility and diligence in my sport. Using fortitude allows me to have the courage to overcome challenges and pain. I use humility in all my games as I win or lose with grace and respect for my opponents. Diligence has taught me to be consistent with training and to dedicate myself to constant improvement in my daily life. Most importantly, my faith keeps me motivated, knowing that I always have God to look up to throughout any athletic endeavors or struggles in my life.” – Olivia Schnurr

“Even though I’m not Catholic, going to a Catholic school which places Christian values above all has helped me really keep Christ at the center of it all. When I’m playing sometimes it’s hard to not get tied up in myself so being able to remember what it’s all really about has been very helpful to me.” –Madelyn Stanton

“I apply Catholic teachings to lacrosse by showing discipline, respect and humility in how I play and treat others. I try to put my team before myself and always give my best effort. I also stay positive, handle challenges with faith and play with integrity no matter the outcome.” –David Wickham