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New Kent High School National Signing Day 2022

By Robb Johnson | February 3, 2022 6:10 am

Above, Nick Vafiadis continues the legacy of New Kent High School wrestlers as he signs his letter of intent to attend the United States Naval Academy during National Signing Day held Feb. 2. Vafiadis is currently a three-time state champion, having won titles since his freshman year.

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Lauren Vick (second from right) will be navigating courses at Longwood University as she signs her letter of intent to run cross-country.

Peyton Lilley will put her speed and skills to the test on the pitch at the next level as she will participate in field hocket at Belmont Abbey College.

McKenna Mueller will bring several playmaking skills and abilities to the diamond as she will attend Bridgewater College for softball.

Multi-sport athlete Julia Hathaway will focus on her track and field career as she inks her letter of intent to attend Virginia Wesleyan University.

Bri Richardson will be taking the pitch at Roanoke College as she looks to take her field hockey expertise to help the Maroons.

Rylee Gary will be swinging for the fences and flying over the field as she made her commitment to play softball at North Carolina Wesleyan College.