Orange County Athletes Sign National Letters of Intent

OCVarsity compiles list of local high school stars committing to college programs on National Signing Day

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

OCVarsity is publishing a list of Orange County high school athletes who will be signing official National Letters of Intent to play at the collegiate level on National Signing Day, February 4th. The list includes athletes who have received commitment letters from Ivy League schools and military service academies, but does not feature those offered preferred walk-on status or attending community colleges.

Why it matters

National Signing Day is a major milestone for high school athletes, marking the culmination of years of hard work and the start of their college sports careers. The list highlights the talent and achievements of local student-athletes, providing recognition for their dedication and offering inspiration to the next generation of Orange County sports stars.

The details

OCVarsity is compiling the list of signees and will be updating it throughout the day on February 4th. Schools are listed in alphabetical order, and the information includes the athlete's name, high school, sport, and the college program they will be attending.

  • National Signing Day is on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
  • The list will be updated throughout the day on February 4th.

The players

Jackson Venator

A football player from Orange Lutheran High School who will be signing with the Air Force Academy.

Hunter Schnakenberg

A football player from Orange Lutheran High School who will be signing with Southern University.

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What’s next

OCVarsity is encouraging readers to send in details about any other Orange County athletes signing National Letters of Intent by 4:30 pm on February 4th to be included in the list.

The takeaway

National Signing Day is an important milestone for high school athletes in Orange County, showcasing the talent and dedication of local sports stars as they take the next step in their academic and athletic careers.