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Signing tracker: Where has local talent signed to compete at the collegiate level?

devin voss, the reporter times
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Mooresville junior Alex Cooper celebrates the last strikeout of the night over Center Grove to win 7-1 in the first round of the IHSAA Sectional tournament.
Mooresville junior Alex Cooper celebrates the last strikeout of the night over Center Grove to win 7-1 in the first round of the IHSAA Sectional tournament.

Curious who's signed to play at the next level in 2023? Here's a breakdown of college signings, and commitments, from the 2022-23 high school sports season.

This list will be updated as more signings are made.

Martinsville

Martinsville junior Molly Urban passes the ball to a teammate during Saturday night's IHSAA Sectional championship game against Columbus East.
Martinsville junior Molly Urban passes the ball to a teammate during Saturday night's IHSAA Sectional championship game against Columbus East.

Molly Urban, volleyball: Louisville

The senior will join the 2022 National Championship runner-up, finishing her career with 1,758 digs, 2,074 receptions, 630 total serve points and 131 aces.

Martinsville's Kevin reed prepares to throw a pitch during the Artesians' Mid-State matchup with Whiteland on April 26, 2022.
Martinsville's Kevin reed prepares to throw a pitch during the Artesians' Mid-State matchup with Whiteland on April 26, 2022.

Kevin Reed, baseball: Evansville

Reed had a career year in 2022 with a .312 batting average, 30 hits, 27 runs, 18 RBI's and 7 home runs batting, plus a 2.27 ERA with 94 strikeouts pitching.

Martinsville's Lily Boyd performs on the beam during regionals at The Gymnastics Company on March 4, 2022.
Martinsville's Lily Boyd performs on the beam during regionals at The Gymnastics Company on March 4, 2022.

Lily Boyd, gymnastics: Trine

The one-time state and two-time regional qualifier is set to continue her career at Trine University.

Whiteland High School junior Kevin Denham (17) covers up a recovered fumble as Martinsville High School senior Nic Crone (62) closes in on him during the first half of an IHSAA varsity football game, Friday, Sept. 23, 2022, at Martinsville High School.
Whiteland High School junior Kevin Denham (17) covers up a recovered fumble as Martinsville High School senior Nic Crone (62) closes in on him during the first half of an IHSAA varsity football game, Friday, Sept. 23, 2022, at Martinsville High School.

Nic Crone, football: Saint Mary of the Woods

Crone put together a successful career of rushing opposing backfields, totaling 112 tackles, 47 hurries, 22 tackles-for-loss, 12.5 sacks and two forced fumbles.

Martinsville's Karssen Pruitt prepares to throw a pitch during the Artesians' game with Roncalli on April 28, 2022.
Martinsville's Karssen Pruitt prepares to throw a pitch during the Artesians' game with Roncalli on April 28, 2022.

Karssen Pruitt, softball: Franklin College

Pruitt's provided a steady hand from the plate through three seasons with a .353 batting average, 47 hits, 24 RBI's, 20 runs and three home runs. She also holds a .922 fielding percentage with 55 putouts.

Mooresville

Mooresville's Alexandra Cooper (3) bats during a game between the Center Grove High School Trojans and the Mooresville High School Pioneers on Monday, May 23, 2022, at Mooresville Schools in Ind.
Mooresville's Alexandra Cooper (3) bats during a game between the Center Grove High School Trojans and the Mooresville High School Pioneers on Monday, May 23, 2022, at Mooresville Schools in Ind.

Alex Cooper, softball: Indiana University

The Pioneers' superstar had an explosive junior season, notching 64 RBI's, 63 runs and 18 home runs on 57 hits with a .582 ERA. She also maintained a 2.27 ERA, striking 110 batters out, .940 fielding percentage, 41 assists, 38 put outs and three double plays.

Camryn Horsley, soccer: Hanover College

Horsley had an assist filled career with the Pioneers, generating 55 of them, including a career-high of 20 her junior year. Her senior campaign saw her score 21 goals, making for a final career total of 49.

Mooresville junior Kendall Lowry puts the ball in play during Wednesday's IHSAA Sectional final game against Whiteland on May 25, 2022.
Mooresville junior Kendall Lowry puts the ball in play during Wednesday's IHSAA Sectional final game against Whiteland on May 25, 2022.

Kendall Lowry, softball: Franklin College

The catcher posted a .995 fielding percentage in 2022, racking up 194 put outs on 205 total chances. She also had a career season batting, averaging .406 at the plate with 41 hits, 25 RBI's, 3 runs and 1 home run.

Mooresville's Liv Morris connects on a bunt attempt, eventually making it to first base during the Pioneers' rivalry matchup with Decatur Central on April 12, 2022.
Mooresville's Liv Morris connects on a bunt attempt, eventually making it to first base during the Pioneers' rivalry matchup with Decatur Central on April 12, 2022.

Liv Morris, softball: Indiana University Southeast

Assuming the starting role at first base last season, Morris accumulated 54 put outs on 56 total chances, committing only one error and adding an assist and two double plays.

Decatur Central

Decatur Central linebacker Aycen Stevens photographed on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at Decatur Central High School in Indianapolis.
Decatur Central linebacker Aycen Stevens photographed on Wednesday, July 13, 2022, at Decatur Central High School in Indianapolis.

Aycen Stevens, football: Virginia Tech

The future Hokie delivered 124 tackles during his career at Decatur Central, adding 26 tackles-for-loss, 20 hurries, six sacks and two fumble recoveries. Stevens also rushed for 530 yards and passed for 595, scoring 19 total touchdowns.

Decatur Central's Aliseonna Garnett competes in the shot put during the IHSAA girls track and field state finals on June 3, 2022. She placed 14th in the event.
Decatur Central's Aliseonna Garnett competes in the shot put during the IHSAA girls track and field state finals on June 3, 2022. She placed 14th in the event.

Aliseonna Garnett, track and field: Indiana State

Garnett was a state competitor last season, placing 14th in the discus event in June.

Decatur Central's Laci Boggs prepares to take a swing at a ball during the Hawks' rivalry matchup with Mooresville on April 12, 2022.
Decatur Central's Laci Boggs prepares to take a swing at a ball during the Hawks' rivalry matchup with Mooresville on April 12, 2022.

Laci Boggs, softball: Mount St. Joesph

Whether its catching or batting, Boggs has been as consistent as they come, averaging .506 at the plate with 81 hits, 46 RBI's, 21 runs and 6 home runs the last two seasons. In 485 total chances, she's delivered 447 put outs and a minimal 9 errors.

Decatur Central's Ella Phillips prepares to take a swing at a pitch during the Hawks' rivalry matchup with Mooresville on April 12, 2022.
Decatur Central's Ella Phillips prepares to take a swing at a pitch during the Hawks' rivalry matchup with Mooresville on April 12, 2022.

Ella Phillips, softball: Indiana Wesleyan

Phillips averaged .316 at the plate in 2022, connecting on 24 pitches for 21 RBI's, 16 runs and 5 home runs while fielding 25 put outs on 29 total chances, committing only four errors.

Riley Leverington, softball: Manchester University

Leverington has been consistent in her opportunities at the varsity level, producing 21 runs.

Bekah Cruz, softball: Geneva College

Cruz has generated two hits, two runs and an RBI in seven varsity games. Defensively she adds nine assists and one put out in 11 total chances.

Commitments

Faith Wiseman, Indian Creek, basketball: Indiana University

Brayden Coffey, Decatur Central, baseball: IU Kokomo

Kaden Barr, Decatur Central, baseball: IUPUC

Signed or committed but don't see your name? Contact reporter Devin Voss at dvoss@gannett.com or follow him on Twitter at @DevinVoss23 to be featured in further updates.

This article originally appeared on The Reporter Times: Signing tracker: Where athletes around Morgan County are set to play