OHIO CITY, OH - On Wednesday, February 5, Saint Ignatius High School celebrated 23 student athletes who made their commitment official to continue their academic and athletic careers. Our signees will be representing the Blue and Gold at the Division I and II levels across 17 different colleges and universities. The lacrosse program has the most commitments with five, and rugby follows suit with four. These 23 student athletes have made their mark on the campus of Saint Ignatius and will look to become integral pieces at the next level. 

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Joe Conrad - Slippery Rock University (Baseball)

The 2025 Baseball season is right around the corner, and one of the pitchers featured on Coach Brad Ganor's squad is senior right-hander Joe Conrad. Conrad will continue his academic and baseball career at Slippery Rock University.

The senior pitcher was named one of the Team Captains for the 2025 campaign. 

Conrad made his varsity debut in Hiroshima, Japan, against Hiroshima University in his junior season. That is where Conrad achieved his first strikeout on varsity.

Conrad also appeared against Keio University for an inning, allowing one hit and striking out a batter. 

Conrad continued to shine in his junior season, achieving a career-high in strikeouts in an inning and a third against St. Xavier. 

His potential was displayed when he logged a career-high three innings pitched against the number one team in Ohio, the Archbishop Moeller Crusaders. Conrad struck out three Crusaders and allowed just one hit to one of the premier teams in the state. 

In 2024, Conrad appeared in nine games, pitching 13 and a third. He achieved an ERA of 2.10, striking out 16 batters and allowing just four earned runs. 

Conrad enters his senior year with three primary pitches: a fastball, changeup, and curveball. He will be an integral part of the Wildcat rotation in 2025. 

Conrad will continue his baseball career at Slippery Rock in Butler County, PA. This is a Division II program that plays in the Pennsylvannia State Athletic Conference. 
 

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Gavin Crane - University of Akron (Soccer)

Senior goalkeeper Gavin Crane will continue his academic and soccer career at the University of Akron. The future Zip has had a phenomenal high school career, starting for the 

Cleveland Force USL Academy Team. 

After his freshman year on Saint Ignatius' JV Blue squad, Crane would turn his attention to club soccer. Crane would play with Cleveland Force's Academy team and win the USL Academy Cup. 

More impressively, the 6'4" keeper would have a clean sheet for the tournament, not allowing a single goal to opponents. Crane would play three seasons with the Force. Crane would be named to the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL), a week-long All-Star Championship in Florida.

He would earn the selection to the ECNL Conference Cup, an achievement that Crane was just one of 11 goalies in the country to earn. Crane would be a 2023 ECNL Ohio Valley First Team selection. 

Crane's character as a team player was on display throughout his high school career. He communicates well with his backline to prevent offensive attacks. 

Crane will continue goalkeeping at the Division I level for the Zips at the University of Akron. Although the university is known in the Mid-American Conference, its men's soccer program plays out of the Big East Conference.

The Zips consistently compete for a conference title and in the NCAA Soccer Tournament. 

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Braeden Drummond - Lake Erie College (Football)

The latest Wildcat to commit to a Division II school for the football program is senior Braeden Drummond. Drummond will continue his academic and football career at Lake Erie College. 

Drummond was a three-year varsity letter winner for the Football Cats, earning experience as a sophomore and junior before earning a starting role at cornerback. Playing alongside fellow senior Anthony Reali, Drummond was part of a strong secondary as a versatile corner.

In his senior season, the 6'1, 185-pound corner would start in all 11 games for the Wildcats. Through 11 games, Drummond would collect 35 tackles and one tackle for a loss.  Drummond would record his first interception against Dublin Coffman in a 35-21 victory over the Shamrocks. He would finish with two picks on the season.

Drummond was tasked with facing an opposition's top receiver each week, but Drummond stepped up for the challenge. 

Drummond follows his brother Nigel '19 to play at the collegiate level. Nigel would play receiver at Ohio University. He also has a younger brother who plays at Saint Ignatius, Logan '28.

Drummond will continue his football career at Lake Erie College, a Division II program in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference.

Located 40 minutes east of Saint Ignatius High School, Lake Erie College is a straight shot down I-90 to Painesville. Drummond will look to be a integral part in the Storm's defense.

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Damon Friery - University of Dayton (Basketball)

When his days wearing the Blue and Gold come to a close, senior Damon Friery will go down as one of the top scorers in program history. Entering the week of February 3, Friery finds himself just 32 points away from the 1,000-point club that features just six Wildcats in the program's 119-year history. 

Friery will continue his academic and basketball career as a Flyer at the University of Dayton. 

Friery began his high school career at the JV level his freshman year and was a member of the 21-0 JV squad, the first undefeated JV team in program history. 

As a sophomore, Friery earned a spot on the varsity squad and got valuable minutes, playing alongside Reece Robinson '24 and Sam Springer '24. In 2022-23, Friery would average 10.8 points and 4.0 rebounds per game as a sophomore. 

The 2023-24 season would be a year to remember for Friery and the program, as the Basketball Cats would win their first State Championship since the 2000-01 season. Friery finished his junior year averaging 11.1 points and 4.3 rebounds per game and would average 14.7 points in the playoff run. 

Through 18 games in the 2024-25 season, Friery leads the scoring efforts, averaging  20.1 points per game. Friery also leads the team in rebounds at 7.0 per game. He totaled a career-high 15 boards in the 62-41 win against Moeller this season.

Friery will join the University of Dayton, a Division I program with a rich basketball history. The team is out of the A10 Conference and has recent NBA Draft talent in Obi Toppin and Toumani Camara. 

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Chris Gordon - Temple University (Rowing)

The Saint Ignatius Rowing program continues to produce Division I talent as Chris Gordon headlines the class of 2025 for the Wildcat Navy. Gordon will continue his academic and rowing career at Temple University. 

As a four-year member of the Wildcat Navy, Gordon has been a part of many achievements for the rowing program over the years, with hopes that his senior season will bring another Midwest Championship to the program.

When it comes to rowing, individual accolades start with the team. Gordon was a member of the 2022, 2023, and 2024 Midwest Championship teams, and he has aspirations of winning a fourth consecutive Team Points Trophy. 

In his sophomore year, Gordon was a member of the Junior 8+ Boat that won a gold medal at the SRAA National Championships. At the Head of the Charles in Boston, Gordon was a part of the Youth 8+ Boat that placed 11th. 

2024 would be a year to remember for Gordon and company as the Wildcats would capture a silver medal at the 2024 SRAA Championships for the 2nd Varsity 8+ Boat. At the Midwest Championships, that boat would win a gold medal. 

At the Head of the Charles in 2024, the Youth 8+ Boat would place 12th. 

Led by Brendan Cunningham, Gordon will continue his rowing career in Philadelphia for Temple University. Temple features a highly touted rowing program that regularly competes in the top regattas in the Nation, including the Head of the Charles. 

Gordon will be a key piece in the Varsity 8+ for the Wildcat Navy in 2025.

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Cody Haddad - The Ohio State University (Football)

Since 1990, Saint Ignatius High School has produced 21 student-athletes who have gone on to play football at The Ohio State University. The Wildcat to Buckeye pipeline has been strong, featuring names such as LeCharles Bentley '98, Anthony Gonzalez '03, and Dre'Mont Jones '15. 

Senior Cody Haddad will become the 22nd student-athlete when he dons the Scarlet and Gray. Haddad was a three-year starter for the Wildcat Football program, showcasing his skills on both sides of the football. On defense, he lined up as a safety, and offensively, he lined up as a receiver. 

As a sophomore, Haddad was the second-leading tackler for the Wildcats, collecting 64 tackles, three pass break-ups, and one forced fumble in his first year as a starter. 

After being sidelined with an injury and missing eight games, Haddad would play in four games in 2023. Haddad would collect a season-best four interceptions and 32 tackles in just four games. 

Offensively, he would have 167 yards receiving and three touchdowns.During the summer of his senior season, Haddad would be named a Team Captain for the Wildcats. 

Against Mentor at John Carroll University, Haddad showcased his speed on the second play from scrimmage, going 82 yards for a score.

At the end of the season, the coaches would present Haddad with the Cannonball Conversion Award, an award given to student-athletes who overcome tremendous adversity. 

Haddad becomes the first Wildcat to join the Buckeyes since Tommy Eichenberg '19. 

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Beckett Khoury - Walsh University (Baseball)

Over his high school career, Beckett Khoury has dedicated himself to being an athlete who can play anywhere on the diamond. The senior is a middle infielder who can adjust to playing second and short. He can also play the outfield. Khoury is also a pitcher when his number is called.

Khoury will continue his academic and baseball career at Walsh University. 

Khoury played his high school career at the club level for the Ohio Spiders in Akron. 

During his time with the Spiders, Khoury was named a Triple Crown MVP and was a Perfect Game-Direct Selection. 

Khoury continued collecting accolades as a WOW Factor OHV National team member. 

From the jump, Khoury would find success on the diamond. In his freshman year, Khoury's batting average was .355. He would collect four RBIs and account for 11 runs.

In his sophomore year, Khoury's batting average was around .300. He collected eight RBIs and scored 12 runs. Khory would pitch 12 innings on the mound, maintaining an ERA of 2.33, allowing just four earned runs and striking out 10. 

Khoury will continue his baseball career at the collegiate level at Walsh University in North Canton. 

The future Cavalier will play NCAA Division II baseball out of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. 

Under the direction of Tim Mead, Khoury will look to make an instant impact on Walsh's baseball program.

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Trenton Latkovic - University of Kentucky (Rugby)

The Wildcats' pipeline to the University of Kentucky continues, as Trenton Latkovic will continue his academic and rugby program in Lexington. 

Latkovic made his first appearance with the rugby program in his junior year. Latkovic originally played running back for the football program but turned his focus to rugby after a tremendous junior spring season.

The senior was a part of the 2024 State Championship team and the National Runner-up squad in Elkhart, Indiana. Latkovic immediately exceeded for the Rugby Cats and would earn a start in the National Quarterfinal against Greenwich (CT). The Cats would win that match 60-7.

Latkovic was a part of the 2024 Argentina trip where he would compete against  La Plata RC, San Ignacio RC, and Mar Del Plata RC. 

In 2025, Latkovic will be a part of the Spain tour where the Wildcats will head during Spring Break.

Outside of Rugby, Latkovic is very active with his local church youth group.

The former running back has been an excellent addition for the Rugby Cats at inside center. 

He will join three other Wildcats in the Class of 2025 at the University of Kentucky. 

The Wildcats of Kentucky are no strangers to the Blue and Gold. Other alumns include Dom Rosson '22, Brendan Lynn '23,  and Charlie Sizemore '24.

Latkovic will be featured in the Wildcats' A-side for the 2025 campaign, with the team aiming for another State and National Championship.

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Ryan Lynch - Iona University (Lacrosse)

The Saint Ignatius lacrosse program has a plethora of talent, including senior short-stick defensive midfielder Ryan Lynch. Lynch will continue his academic and  lacrosse career at Iona University. 

During the offseason between his sophomore and junior years, Lynch would play in Florida for the Intercollegiate Men's Lacrosse Coaches Association. 

In his junior season in 2024, Lynch played a part in a stout Wildcat defense. He was fourth on the team with 10 takeaways and seventh with 21 ground ball wins. Lynch would earn Second-Team All-Region honors for the lacrosse cats. Lynch is a two-year varsity letter award winner. 

During offseasons, Lynch is a member of Resolute Lacrosse and UNRL National. Lynch will continue his lacrosse career in the fall with the Gaels of Iona University in New Rochelle, New York. 

Iona is a Division I program that plays out of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. 

Lynch will be joining a brand new program that was just added at Iona for the 2024-25 school year. Lynch was a part of the first full recruiting classes for the Gaels. 

As Lynch heads into his senior season, the defense looks to take a significant step, making the Wildcats a contender in Ohio and competing for a State Championship. 

The 2025 campaign is set to begin on March 22 against North Allegheny, where the Wildcats will look to start their journey for the program's first State Championship. 

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Marty McLaughlin - The Ohio State University (Soccer)

Marty McLaughlin finishes his high school career as one of the most decorated soccer athletes in program history. He will continue his academic and athletic career at The Ohio State University.McLaughlin will be reunited with many former teammates, including his older brother Patrick '23 and current classmate Justis Olorunto. 

The senior was a three-year varsity letter award winner and would be a part of three OHSAA State Championship teams. 

On the pitch in 2024, McLaughlin collected 12 goals, nine assists, and 33 points and was the Wildcats' primary choice for penalty kicks. 

McLaughlin finished his high school career with 19 goals, 22 assists and 60 points. His 44 defensive steals are the most recorded in team history. In 2024, McLaughlin was named an All-American and Academic All-Ohio. He also earned All-State honors for the second straight season. McLaughlin was crowned Ohio Player of the Year by Cleveland.com and was named Mr. Soccer in Ohio. 

McLaughlin would also earn a spot in the All-American Game in Charleston, South Carolina. 

Next fall, McLaughlin will be joining a soccer program at The Ohio State University that are contenders for a National Title. 

Last season, the Buckeyes won the BIG10 championship and went on to the NCAA National Semifinal. 

Along with rejoining his brother, McLaughlin will play alongside Luciano Pechota '22 and Zsombor Onodi '23. 

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Justis Olorunto - The Ohio State University (Soccer)

Perhaps one of the best defenders in program history, Justis Olorunto, will continue his academic and soccer career at The Ohio State University. 

Olorunto was a three-year varsity member for Head Soccer Coach Mike McLaughlin '85, participating in three consecutive OHSAA State Championships. 

Olorunto played alongside exceptional goalkeepers throughout his time with the Cats, including Division I soccer commits Patrick McLaughlin '23 and Colin Monroe '24. But their tasks were alleviated with Olorunto's spectacular play in the back line.

With 1,264 defensive wins, Olorunto owns the program record at Saint Ignatius. 

Offensively, Olorunto scored two goals, two assists, and six points in his career as a defenseman. 

Olorunto was named to the All-Ohio team in his junior and senior years. In 2024, He was named an All-American, earning a spot in the All-American Game in Charleston, South Carolina, in December. Olorunto recorded a goal in the 7-4 win and was named MVP. 

Olorunto was a Team Captain for the 2024 OHSAA State Championship team, which allowed just one goal in the tournament. It would be the Wildcats' sixth consecutive soccer championship.

In the fall, the Buckeyes will have five Wildcats on the roster, including Marty McLaughlin '25, Patrick McLaughlin '23, Zsombor Onodi '23, and Luciano Pechota '22. 

Olorunto and company will be competing for a BIG10 and National Championship in the fall at The Ohio State University. 

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Brody Olsen - Rollins College (Lacrosse)

The Wildcat dominance on defense continues with senior Brody Olsen. 

Olsen will continue his academic and lacrosse career at Rollins College.

Olsen has been a familiar face for the Wildcat lacrosse program as he enters his fourth season on the varsity roster. 

In the 2024 season, Olsen collected 15 ground balls and six takeaways. Through his play in his junior season, Olsen was named a Nike All-American and New Balance All-American.

One of the most formidable competitors on the field, Olsen and company will look to build one of the strongest defenses in Ohio in 2025. 

After his sophomore campaign, Olsen began to hear collegiate offers to play at the next level. But after a strong 2024 season with the Wildcats, Olsen made his decision to attend Rollins College.

During the offseason period, Olsen is a member of the Resolute Lacrosse team. 

Rollins College is located in Winter Park, Florida, and plays out of the Sunshine State Conference in NCAA Division II. Olsen will be competing for a nationally ranked lacrosse program in Florida, a program that was ranked in the top ten in 2024. 

Olsen will begin his senior season for the Lacrosse Cats as a starting defenseman. He will look to elevate and take the Wildcats to the next level in 2025.

Along with Ryan Lynch, the duo could bring a top defense in the OHSAA. 

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Danny Raffin - University of Tampa  (Track and Field)

When it comes to speed for the track and field season, look no further than senior Danny Raffin. 

Raffin began his track career during his sophomore year. Little did Raffin know at the time it would be one of his best decisions.

Raffin was a dual sport athlete and a member of the football program as well. Raffin was a receiver and returner for the Wildcats. 

After his junior football season, Raffin dedicated himself to Track and Field. In 2024, Raffin was a part of the 4x200m relay team that took fifth place at the OATCC Indoor State Championships. 

The 2024 season would be excellent for Raffin and company, especially the 4x100m relay team. Unfortunately, Raffin sustained an injury at Districts, which sidelined him for the remainder of his junior season.

Raffin decided to put all of his focus on track and field and has been gearing up for a memorable 2025 season. Raffin will be one of the anchors of the 4x100m relay team that has their sights set on a State Championship. 

In addition to his efforts with the relay team, Raffin will compete in the long jump events for the Wildcats in 2025. 

Raffin will continue his track and field career in Florida for the University of Tampa, a Division II program in the Sunshine State Conference. 

With Raffin's decision sophomore year, he will compete at the next level for the Spartans in Tampa.

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Brandon Rose - Mercyhurst University  (Baseball)

The Wildcat Baseball program is no stranger to developing top arms in Ohio. That feat continues with senior Brandon Rose, who will look to build on an incredible junior campaign. 

Rose will continue his academic and baseball career at Mercyhurst University.

In 2024, Rose made a name for himself in the Wildcat rotation early, making his pitching debut against Massillon Jackson. In two innings pitched, Rose would allow just one hit and strikeout a Polar Bear in his first varsity appearance.

Rose became a strikeout machine as his junior season progressed, even collecting a career-high eight strikeouts against Mayfield and tying that mark once again in the Sectional Final against Lakewood.

As the 2024 season came to a close, Rose would total 25 innings, achieving an ERA of 1.68 and WHIP of 1.12. Rose would strike out 35 batters and give up just six earned runs in his junior year. 

Rose also gained experience pitching internationally in Japan against Keio University. 

This progression earned Rose Rookie of the Year honors from Coach Brad Ganor and his staff. 

Rose will continue his baseball career at Mercyhurst University, a Division I program that plays out of the Northeast Conference in Erie, Pennsylvania. 

Heading into his senior campaign, Rose will look to be an Ace in the Wildcat rotation and compete for a State Championship.

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Jacob Roubic - University of Tampa  (Lacrosse)

He is among the best Face-Off Specialists and will continue his academic and lacrosse career at the University of Tampa next spring. Jacob Roubic has been a Saint Ignatius Prep team staple for his play on face-offs. 

When 2-5 is at midfield, you can expect the Wildcats to come away with the possession. Roubic has collected his fair share of individual accolades through his time with the Prep squad. Roubic is a two-time All-Ohio and two-time All-Region player. 

Roubic was named Face-Off Specialist of the Year in the Region in his sophomore and junior year. 

Before his junior season, Roubic earned a roster spot to play in the prestigious New Balance All-American Game in Florida.

In the 2024 campaign, Roubic led the Wildcats with 103 ground ball wins. In his junior season, Roubic also had two assists and five points. Roubic also added three goals in 2024.

Heading into his senior campaign, Roubic will look to continue his dominance at the face-off position. 

Roubic will compete for the Spartans of Tampa next spring, a Division II program in the Sunshine State Conference. Tampa features one of the best lacrosse programs in the NCAA. It is currently ranked second in the NCAA, and the program consistently competes for a National Title in Division II.

Roubic will be an excellent addition for the Spartans when he arrives this fall.

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Ty Seighman - Mercyhurst University  (Lacrosse)

Head Lacrosse Coach Kyle Bernlohr has built quite the lacrosse team during his tenure at Saint Ignatius. The college pipeline continues with senior midfielder Ty Seighman.

Seighman will continue his academic and lacrosse career at Mercyhurst University.

Seighman blossomed after his sophomore season. At the end of 2023, he was one of five Wildcats to compete in the Intercollegiate Men's Lacrosse Coaches Association Players Summit. 

Seighman would shine in his junior season with the Wildcats and earn a starting role as a midfielder. 

In 2024, Seighman would rip 44 shots on goal, scoring 15 times and was the Wildcats fifth leading scorer. 

Seighman's ability to set up the offense and find an open shot for his teammates makes him special. Seighman would account for six assists and 21 points.

Seighman would also win 19 ground balls in his junior season.

In the fall, Seighman will continue his lacrosse career at Mercyhurst University, a newly added Division I program that plays out of the Northeast Conference. 

The Lakers recently moved up to Division I for the 2025 season, and Seighman will be playing at the highest level of collegiate lacrosse. 

Before heading to Erie, Pennsylvania, Seighman will look to have an explosive year on offense for the Wildcats, who will be a top contender in the OHSAA in 2025.

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Nathan Smith - Providence College  (Lacrosse)

Rounding out a stacked Class of 2025 for the Lacrosse program is senior LSM and defenseman Nathan Smith. Smith will continue his academic and lacrosse career at Providence College. 

Smith has been a member of the Lacrosse program for four years and has built himself to be one of the best Long Stick Middies in Ohio. 

Smith would also be a part of the Wildcat group that was invited to play in the Intercollegiate Men's Lacrosse Coaches Association Players Summit in Florida in 2023.

The LSM is coming off a fantastic junior season where he earned All-American honors for his play.

On the defensive side, it is hard for the Wildcats to find anyone who outworks Smith. In 2024, Smith would lead the Wildcats in takeaways with 28. He would also win 67 ground balls, the second-highest total by a Wildcat last season.

Smith can also contribute offensively to the Wildcats. Last season, the LSM scored four times and will be responsible for six of the Wildcats' points in 2024. Smith will continue his lacrosse career at Providence College in Rhode Island. A Division I program that plays out of a prestigious Big East Conference.

Providence features a lacrosse program that is on the rise and is a contender for a Big East Title. Smith rounds out five total Lacrosse Cats in the Class of 2025 heading to Division I and II programs.

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Colin Spellacy - University of Kentucky  (Rugby)

Colin Spellacy is one of the more versatile Rugby Cats in the Class of 2025. Spellacy will continue his academic and rugby career at the University of Kentucky.

Spellacy was a member of the 2024 State Championship team that earned the program's ninth Ohio Rugby State Championship. He was also a part of the National Championship Runner-up squad.

Spellacy started playing rugby at a young age with the West Park Shamrocks. 

In 2024, Spellacy toured Argentina with the rugby program and is primed to tour Spain in the spring.

Spellacy has become a true leader for the Rugby Cats, and in the offseason, he guides his teammates through weight room workouts. 

As a part of the A-side last season, Spellacy would be a part of Quarterfinal and Semifinal victories over Greenwich (CT) and Herriman (UT). 

The senior will be a feature of the Wildcats A-side squad in 2025, help earn the program's eighth consecutive State Championship and get the Wildcats back to the National Championship game.

Spellacy will join his current teammates, Jack Stefan, Trenton Latkovic, and Bobby Rosol, in Lexington. 

Colin is the younger brother of Leo '17 an Mac '20. Through four years of high school rugby, Spellacy is ready to play for a nationally ranked program in Kentucky next fall.

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 Jack Stefan - University of Kentucky  (Rugby)

Jack Stefan has been a four-year member of the Saint Ignatius Rugby program. Every year, Stefan has taken a leap for a historically prestigious program.

Stefan will continue his academic and rugby career at the University of Kentucky. He is also one of four Wildcats heading to Kentucky for rugby in the fall.

Stefan has achieved a unique feat while playing rugby for the Blue and Gold. He has scored a try on three continents: Europe (France), South America (Argentina), and North America (USA). 

Under Head Rugby Coach Dan Arbeznik '00, Stefan has been an anchor at the prop position. In three years, Stefan has earned Forward of the Year Honors each season, Freshman (2022), JV (2023), and A Side-Varsity Blue Team (2024). 

In an A-side match against San Ignacio in Argentina in 2024, Stefan was a key player in the Wildcats' 36-12 victory, scoring two tries. 

Heading into his senior season in 2025, Stefan will look to improve his game for the A-side squad, competing for another State and National Championship.

Stefan will continue his rugby career at the University of Kentucky, a Division I program that has won back-to-back National Championships. 

The Wildcats of Kentucky are the number one-ranked team in the country, and Stefan will head there with current teammates Colin Spellacy and Trenton Latkovic. 

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 Gavin Vollmer - Brown University  (Rugby)

For senior Gavin Vollmer, rugby runs in the bloodstream. Vollmer has played rugby each year since the third grade and will continue at the next level.Vollmer will head to Brown University to continue his academic and rugby career.

Head Rugby Coach Dan Arbeznik '00 has seen Vollmer's progression every season since he played with the West Park Shamrocks. 

In 2024, Vollmer was the starting lock for the Wildcats. That season, the Wildcats claimed their seventh consecutive State Championship and finished as National Champion Runners-up. 

Vollmer has earned two varsity letters in rugby and is a dual-sport athlete, earning three varsity letters with the football program. In the fall, Vollmer was the starting tight end for the Wildcats.

Outside of athletics, Vollmer is active within the school as the Senior Class President and a National Merit Commended Scholar. Vollmer is also an AP Scholar with Distinction and a  member of the National Honor Society. 

With Vollmer's success in the classroom, it is no surprise that he will attend the Ivy League. 

Brown University has one of the top rugby programs in the Nation. In the fall of 2024, Brown won the National Collegiate Rugby Division I Championship. 

Vollmer heads into his senior season with aspirations of an eighth straight title and return to the National Championship.

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Grant Washington - University of Minnesota  (Football)

The Blue and Gold will be well represented in the BIG10, as senior running back Grant Washington will continue his academic and football career at the University of Minnesota.

Washington was a three-year member of the football program, working his way to become the primary back in his senior year. 

Washington began to make a name for himself within the storied Saint Ignatius football program during his sophomore season. He was the third-leading rusher on the team with 211 yards, sharing carries with Steven Favazzo '23 and Sean Martin '24.

Washington blossomed during his junior season, as he and Max Ritt '24 would be a one-two punch in the backfield. In 2023, Washington would be the Wildcats leading rusher with 629 yards on 165 carries. 

Washington would save his best for his final season wearing the Blue and Gold. He would again win the rushing title for the Wildcats, toting the rock 137 times for 785 yards and two touchdowns. Washington rushed for a career-high 144 yards in week two's game against Mentor in 2024.

Through three years on varsity, Washington cracked into the top ten rushers of all time in the program's history. Washington finished with 332 rushing attempts for 1,625 yards and six touchdowns. That is good enough for Washington to be the tenth-leading rusher for this storied program. 

Washington becomes the first Wildcat to play football for the Gophers since kicker Matthew Trickett '18. 

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Quinn Woidke - Kent State University  (Basketball)

Similar to his counterpart, Damon Friery, Quinn Woidke will finish his career at Saint Ignatius as one of the program's top scorers. Woidke, who has eclipsed over 600 points, will continue his academic and basketball career at Kent State University.

Woidke began his high school basketball career as a freshman starter on the JV squad, the first JV team in program history to go undefeated. 

Woidke would make his varsity debut in the Regional Semifinal against Garfield Heights his sophomore year after returning from an injury sustained during football season. 

Woidke was a key player in the 2023-24 championship season, starting at guard for the Wildcats. Woidke led the team in many categories: points (412), steals (49), threes made (40), field goals made (139), and free throws made (93). 

In the State Semifinal game vs. Delaware Hayes, Woidke would hit the game-winning layup that advanced the Cats to the State Title game. 

Woidke finished his junior year, averaging 14.2 points per game.In addition to leading the Wildcats to their first State Championship since the 2000-01 season, Woidke claimed 

individual awards by being named First-Team All-District and Second-Team All-State. 

In his senior season, Woidke matched a career-high in points (27) against Coolidge (DC), knocking down six threes.

Before signing day, Woidke was named a finalist for Male High School Athlete of the Year by the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission. 
 

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Charlie Young - Duquesne University  (Football)

It was only a matter of time before a Division I program called for senior offensive lineman Charlie Young. 

Young will continue his academic and football career at Duquesne University. Young was a three-year letter award  winner for the football program during his time donning the Blue and Gold. 

In 2023, Young was originally a tight end, but due to an injury bug on the offensive line, Young would have his number called to join the offensive line. Under the direction of LeCharles Bentley '98, Young's career on the offensive line took off. 

The Wildcats would put Young at guard at the end of the 2023 season, which ended in an OHSAA Tournament appearance. 

Young was a natural-born leader, and it was only right that he would be named a Team Captain for the Wildcats in 2024. 

Young was a team-first athlete for the Wildcats, beginning his senior season at right guard but moving to right tackle. Young created massive holes for his backs in Grant Washington and Owen Colwell.

When his high school career came to a close, Young would total 23 starts. The team would name Young a recipient of the Marty Eynon Award for Work and Sacrifice and the Fr. Robert Welsh S.J '54 and Charles Kyle '69 award for Ignatian Legacy and Tradition.

Young will continue his football career at Duquesne, a Division I FCS program, located along the Allegheny. 

The Dukes will open the 2025 season at Acrisure Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Steelers when they face the Pittsburgh Panthers.

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Congratulations to all of our signees committing to elevate their game to the next level. They have truly left their mark at Saint Ignatius High School and will forever be Ignatius Men Forever.