MERIDIAN, Miss. - Meridian Community College proudly honored 15 sophomore student-athletes who have signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at four-year institutions during a special Signing Day ceremony held Tuesday, April 30, in the Graham Gymnasium.
Coaches, family members, fellow students, and MCC staff gathered to celebrate these athletes' achievements and recognize the dedication, talent, and perseverance that have propelled them to the next level of collegiate competition.
2025 MCC Signing Day Honorees:
Women's Soccer
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Lauren Smith – Lamar University
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Holly Gillies – University of West Alabama
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Kareli Mendoza – Belhaven University
Men's Soccer
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Mckhi Castro – Harding University
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Matty Longdon – Webber International University
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Calvin Jackson – University of Tennessee Southern
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Bubba Guerrero – Noble University
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Anderi Elias – University of Tennessee Southern
Women's Basketball
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Annearrea Ducksworth – Rust College
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Halei Keyes – Undecided
Men's Basketball
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Chance Sutton – Mississippi Valley State University
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Michael James – Mississippi Valley State University
Men's Track
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Tafadzwa Chikomba – Kansas State University
Men's Tennis
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Simon Ojeda – Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Baseball
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Peyton Fowler – Mississippi State University
These outstanding athletes have made their mark on MCC and are now set to soar even higher. The College and its coaching staff extend heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to each of them as they begin this exciting new chapter.
