Nine Blacksburg Athletes Sign National Letters
Student-athletes from Blacksburg High School made their college athletic commitments official during National Signing Day for the class of 2027.
Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in College Applications
Nine Blacksburg High School student-athletes signed national letters of intent for college athletics during National Signing Day ceremonies. Athletes from several other Virginia high schools announced commitments the same day.
Why it matters
National Signing Day marks the formal start of a student-athlete's commitment to a college program, locking in roster and scholarship decisions. For families in the Blacksburg area, it shows how local high school athletes are reaching college programs across the country.
Nine Blacksburg High School student-athletes officially signed in the class of 2027, with destinations ranging from Virginia Tech and William & Mary to Louisville and Bellarmine. The report does not provide a regional total or comparison with previous signing classes.
The players
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is a public land-grant university in Blacksburg, Virginia, and a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference.
William & Mary
The College of William & Mary is a public university in Williamsburg, Virginia, and one of the oldest colleges in the United States.
The details
Student-athletes signed letters of intent in ceremonies held November 11, 2026, committing to sports including gymnastics, lacrosse, swimming, volleyball, softball, golf, and others. Jenna Kidd will compete in gymnastics at Southern Connecticut State, Charis Krouscas will play lacrosse at Louisville, and Caroline Linkous will swim at William & Mary.
Timeline
November 11, 2026: National Signing Day ceremonies held for the class of 2027.
Season Trajectory
National Signing Day follows the standardized National Letter of Intent process used across NCAA divisions since 1964. The signings lock in recruiting classes that will shape college athletic rosters for the coming seasons.
Families of student-athletes considering college sports should note that letters of intent lock in a commitment to a specific program and scholarship terms. Athletes weighing offers can compare the terms in writing before signing.
The takeaway
Signing a letter of intent is a binding commitment, so student-athletes and families should review scholarship terms and program fit carefully before the signing date.
Further reading
Explore more on College Applications for guidance on the recruiting and commitment process for student-athletes.
