Four Lake Minneola High School students formalized their college commitments this week, with two baseball players, a volleyball standout and a lacrosse athlete signing national letters of intent.

Baseball players Dylan Montrowl and Chase Dougherty will continue their careers in the state. Dylan signed with the University of North Florida, while Chase committed to Stetson University. Camila Antonsanti Soto signed with Arkansas State University to play women’s volleyball, and Emma Koehler will play women’s lacrosse at University of Charleston.

Chase carries a 4.42 GPA. He reflected on a lifetime spent in the sport.

“I have been playing baseball since I was three years old and fell in love with the game. It’s been a huge part of my life and I am so thankful,” Chase says. “I chose Stetson because it was truly a great fit for me. From the coaching staff to the environment, I love everything about the program and I am excited to compete at the next level.”

Chase credited faith and family for supporting his path.

“God has been my rock throughout my entire playing career. He has blessed me with so many opportunities and for that, I am extremely grateful. My family has played a huge role in my career, supporting me and helping fund my dream. I would like to thank Jesus for every opportunity he has blessed me with. I would like to thank my parents and brother Brady for their endless sacrifices for pushing me to be who I am today. Playing for Lake Minneola has meant so much to me over the last four years. This program has really built me up and to the coaching staff and teammates, I am very thankful,” he says.

Chase’s favorite high school memories include winning district titles every year and competing in the playoffs alongside his closest friends. His advice to younger players: “Keep working hard and believe in yourself. Believe everything you do.”

Dylan Montrowl, who maintains a 4.0 GPA, thanked the University of North Florida staff for the opportunity.

“Thank you to Joe Mercedante, Coach Parker Bangs, Brad Wilkerson and the entire UNF staff for this opportunity. This wouldn’t be possible without the support of my parents, coaches and teammates. Thank you,” Dylan says.

The Montrowl family has a strong athletic background. Dylan’s older brother Brady signed with UCF several years ago. The brothers once hit home runs in the same inning, a shared family highlight.

“My parents Steve and Ashley are my biggest role models. They taught me the values and qualities needed to succeed. My dad coached me throughout my childhood and taught me the skills. My mom is my biggest cheerleader,” Dylan says.

Away from the field, Dylan volunteers with the Miracle League, New Beginnings and Building Blocks Ministries.

Camila Antonsanti Soto carries a 4.6 GPA and committed to Arkansas State after her family relocated from Puerto Rico to Central Florida in search of greater opportunities.

“My parents saw the potential in me and my brother Fabian, who plays baseball, early on. They knew if we were going to chase our dreams, we needed to be where the opportunities were so they moved us from Puerto Rico to Central Florida,” she says. “My parents have always emphasized fundamentals, hard work and never being afraid to make mistakes. Mistakes don’t define you. You learn, you grow and you get better.”

Both of her parents, Eric Antonsanti and Soelimir Soto, played professional basketball in Puerto Rico.

Emma Koehler spent much of her high school career at East Ridge High School but transferred to Lake Minneola High this season. She signed to play lacrosse at University of Charleston. Emma will look to help Lake Minneola’s girls lacrosse program contend this spring.