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Wednesday, May 7, 2025

LWHS Students Sign Football Letters of Intent With Colleges Around the Country

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Credit Maria Iannucci

This morning, Wednesday, April 9, 2025, four seniors from Lake Wales High School made big commitments to both their sports and educational futures.

LWHS football players Amanuel Tarver, Jayden Johnson, Russell Watts, and Jeremiah Telot, each signed a letter of intent for their colleges of choice in a ceremony at the high school gym.

Amanuel Tarver at the LWHS signing event Credit Maria Iannucci

Tarver, #7, cornerback for LWHS, has signed with Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College in Oklahoma.

Jayden Johnson at the LWHS signing event Credit Maria Iannucci

Johnson, #3, who plays free safety, slotback, and running back positions, is the son of LWHS head varsity football coach Tavaris Johnson. Jayden has signed with Warner University in Lake Wales.

Russell Watts at the LWHS signing event Credit Maria Iannucci

Watts, #57, team captain who plays center and defensive end, has signed with Samford University in Alabama.

Jeremiah Telot at the LWHS signing event Credit Maria Iannucci

Telot, #28, who plays defensive end, has also signed with Warner University in Lake Wales.

Parents, friends, and family were in attendance to mark the occasion. 

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