March 22, 2024
South Sumter Football Player Ty Kadur Signs with Carnegie Mellon University
By Kyle Coppola
South Sumter Football Player Ty Kadur Signs with Carnegie Mellon University
In the heart of South Sumter County, there’s a young man whose name resonates not just on the football field but in the classroom as well. Ty Kadur is not just your average high school athlete; he’s a standout in every sense of the word.
(Ty Kadur sits with family members after signing his letter of intent to play for Carnegie Mellon University. Photo Credit – South Sumter High School.)
With a stellar 4.9 GPA, Kadur has always stood out as one of the smartest kids in Sumter County. However, what truly sets him apart is his exceptional talent on the football field. As a key player for the South Sumter Raiders, Kadur’s presence on defense was formidable. Throughout the season, he recorded an impressive 55 tackles, showcasing his prowess as a defensive anchor. But it was his 11 sacks and knack for causing and recovering fumbles that truly highlighted his impact on the field.
Despite his busy schedule balancing academics and athletics, Kadur also found time to excel in other sports. He’s a vital member of the weightlifting team, where he’s having a standout season. Kadur’s athletic achievements didn’t go unnoticed, as he was nominated for the prestigious Scott Brantley trophy, a testament to his all-around athletic abilities but also to his work off the field as well.
However, Kadur’s journey doesn’t end with high school. In a momentous decision, he chose to further his academic and athletic pursuits at Carnegie Mellon University, known for its top-tier academic programs. While there, Kadur will continue to pursue excellence both on the football field and in the classroom, embodying the true spirit of a student-athlete.
(Chaselyn Walton signs her letter of intent to play for Emannuel University. Photo Credit – South Sumter High School.)
But Kadur wasn’t the only athlete making waves on signing day. Chaselyn Walton, a talented volleyball player, also signed her commitment letter to Emmanuel University. As she embarks on her collegiate volleyball career, the Walton family celebrates another milestone in their athletic journey.
Congratulations to Ty Kadur and Chaselyn Walton, two shining stars from South Sumter County, as they take the next step towards greatness in their respective sports and academic endeavors.
Kyle Coppola was born in Newton, Massachusetts and received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communications from Curry College in 2016. After traveling to Florida on a family vacation, he decided he could not get enough of the warm weather and made the move from snowy Massachusetts to central Florida 8 years ago.
For the last decade Kyle has gained valuable experience in social media content creation, marketing and sales, writing, video production, sports announcing and even broadcasting for local radio stations, such as FM 102.9 in The Villages and FM 91.5 in Massachusetts. Every year he volunteers at The Villages Charter High School as a play-by-play sports announcer for the football games as well as a public address announcer for the basketball games, including the annual Battle at The Villages Tournament.
Outside the office Kyle is a husband and father to two beautiful girls along with their cat. In his spare time he likes to spend time with his family, travel, play golf and swim. He is also a huge sports junkie and even bigger motorsports fan and loves to attend racing events when he can.
