Commitment

Four seniors committment to further their academic and athletic career.

Lucy Blycheck and Abigail Milyak

November 5, 2024

For high school seniors, choosing to commit to a college to play their sports at the next level is a huge deal. It shows all their hard work and dedication has paid off. These students have spent years training and competing, and now they are ready to take their skills in college. It’s an exciting time as they look forward to new opportunities and challenges in their athletic careers.

Senior Lauren Bell committed over the summer to Marshall University to continue her swimming career. She said, “I chose Marshall for a number of reasons, the girls on the team and the team atmosphere.” The team had her really interested in the school but the number one reason for choosing that school to continue her academic and athletic career was the coach. Marshall University checked off all of Laurens boxes. She said “they have the program I want to pursue in college, a walkable campus,a good distance from home, and an amazing swimming team.” Lauren is super excited for this next step in her future but she is definitely most excited to “train with a team that has the same goals and outlook on swimming as I do.”

Senior Ashley Deniker committed recently to Slippery Rock University to continue her volleyball career. Ashley not only loved the volleyball program they had but also the “incredible occupation therapy program they have”. Ashley said she had an opportunity to play with the team, she said “the coaches were very supportive and the girls are all super kind and encouraging.” A pro for her choosing this school was “the exercise medicine program is for 5 or 6 years ” they have for her to continue what she wants to pursue. Ashley is looking forward to “bettering my volleyball IQ” and to becoming “a faster player on the court.”

Senior John Wetzel committed to Marshall University, a Division 1 school to continue his football career. John chose this school because he said “that coaching staff was supportive and welcoming.” The defensive style they play aligns perfectly with his skills, making it an ideal fit for him. He’s most looking forward to playing football at the college level and can’t wait to take on new challenges and opportunities with the team.

Senior Luke Willochell committed to the University of Wyoming, a division 1 school to continue his wrestling career. He loved the environment and can’t wait to get out there and explore everything the campus and community have to offer. Luke is particularly excited for practices with his new team and bonding with them all. Luke was also very impressed with the “attentive coaching staff and is beyond excited for next year.”

About the Contributors

Lucy Blycheck, Staff Writer

Lucy Blycheck is a senior at Greater Latrobe High School. She is excited to start her first year on The High Post Team! She is thrilled to be able to share stories about what is happening in the community or at school. Lucy likes to take photos and make things known of what's going on around the school (sporting events, dances, etc.). She is involved with Key and Interact Club, she is also involved in the Quill and Scroll Honors Society. Lucy plans to attend college and major in Business and minor in Interior design. She is undecided on where she wants to attend college but her top pick is West Virginia University. Lucy is also taking classes at the Westmoreland Community College during her senior year of high school. She plans to get her realtor license before starting college. When Lucy has free time she loves to spend time with her family and friends. She has three sisters, Abigail, Grace, and Mary, she also has two dogs, Teddy and Fenway. When she is with friends she loves to go shopping and just hangout. She loves to travel during the summer and explore new places. Lucy is thrilled to be part of the staff for the High Post, eager to get to know others better, and excited to share their stories.

Abigail Milyak, Staff Writer

Abigail Milyak is currently a senior at Greater Latrobe High School. This is her first year on The High Post staff. Abigail is a member of the Interact club and Key club. She is eager to take pictures, write stories, and learn new things. She believes the skills she will gain and learn will be incredibly important and useful to her throughout life. When Abigail is not at school or with friends you can find her at her job working at MB Prom as a stylist. This job not only allows her to express her creativity but teaches her important life skills that she can carry into her future career. After high school Abigail plans to attend a four year college, where she intends to major in Early Childhood Education. She is so excited to be a member of the High Post staff this year and be able to write meaningful stories that convey what is going on at Greater Latrobe. Abigail is thrilled to be a part of the High Post staff this year, as it gives her the opportunity to write meaningful stories that reflect what is happening at Greater Latrobe. She can't wait to begin covering the schools events.