Dacula High Celebrates 5 New College Football Signees

The Georgia high school adds to its growing list of student-athletes headed to the next level.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 8:52am

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Dacula High School in Georgia announced that five more of its senior football players have committed to continue their athletic careers at the college level. The school is celebrating the achievements of these student-athletes, who will be joining college programs across the Southeast.

Why it matters

Dacula High has developed a strong football program in recent years, with a growing number of players earning scholarships to play at the collegiate level. This latest group of signees reflects the school's ability to develop talent and provide opportunities for its student-athletes to compete at the next stage of their careers.

The details

The five Dacula High School seniors who signed national letters of intent on Tuesday are: running back Jamal Thompson (University of Georgia), wide receiver Ethan Nguyen (Clemson University), offensive lineman Liam Fitzgerald (University of Florida), linebacker Sophia Rodriguez (University of Miami), and defensive back Aiden Castillo (Georgia Tech).

  • The signing ceremony took place on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.

The players

Jamal Thompson

A running back from Dacula High School who signed with the University of Georgia.

Ethan Nguyen

A wide receiver from Dacula High School who signed with Clemson University.

Liam Fitzgerald

An offensive lineman from Dacula High School who signed with the University of Florida.

Sophia Rodriguez

A linebacker from Dacula High School who signed with the University of Miami.

Aiden Castillo

A defensive back from Dacula High School who signed with Georgia Tech.

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What they’re saying

“We're incredibly proud of these student-athletes and the hard work they've put in to earn these college opportunities. Dacula High continues to produce top-tier football talent, and this group is a testament to that.”

— Coach Mike Evans, Head Football Coach, Dacula High School

The takeaway

Dacula High School's football program continues to thrive, with five more of its senior players signing to play at the collegiate level. This latest group of signees showcases the school's ability to develop talent and provide opportunities for its student-athletes to compete at the next stage of their careers.