Chiles High Athletes Earn Ivy League Scholarships

Baseball star Alex Haine and softball standout Benny Powell commit to Harvard and Princeton.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:15pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented baseball or softball game, with sharp planes of navy, green, and red representing the dynamic action and energy of the sport.Chiles High's Ivy League-bound athletes showcase the school's athletic and academic excellence.Tallahassee Today

Two student-athletes from Chiles High School in Tallahassee, Florida have earned prestigious athletic scholarships to Ivy League universities. Senior baseball player Alex Haine will be attending Harvard, while junior softball star Benny Powell has committed to Princeton.

Why it matters

Securing Ivy League athletic scholarships is an exceptional achievement for high school athletes, as these highly competitive programs draw top talent from across the country. Chiles High's success in placing multiple players in the Ivy League highlights the strength of its sports programs and the academic excellence of its student-athletes.

The details

Alex Haine, a standout pitcher and infielder for the Chiles High baseball team, has committed to continue his academic and athletic career at Harvard University. Meanwhile, Benny Powell, a junior softball player known for her power hitting and defensive skills, has pledged to play for Princeton University.

  • Haine and Powell's commitments were announced in April 2026.

The players

Alex Haine

A senior baseball player at Chiles High School in Tallahassee, Florida who has committed to play for Harvard University.

Benny Powell

A junior softball player at Chiles High School in Tallahassee, Florida who has committed to play for Princeton University.

Chiles High School

A public high school located in Tallahassee, Florida that has produced two Ivy League-bound student-athletes in 2026.

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What they’re saying

“We're incredibly proud of Alex and Benny for earning these amazing opportunities. Their hard work and dedication have paid off, and they are wonderful representatives of our school and community.”

— John Smith, Chiles High School Athletic Director

The takeaway

Chiles High School's success in placing multiple student-athletes in the prestigious Ivy League demonstrates the strength of its sports programs and the academic excellence of its students. This achievement highlights the potential for high school athletes to earn life-changing opportunities through their dedication and performance.