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Put-in-Bay Today
By the People, for the People
National Signing Ceremony Returns to Perry's Monument
Annual event celebrates high school athletes committing to college sports programs.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 9:14pm
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The annual National Signing Ceremony celebrates the achievements of top high school athletes as they commit to play sports at the collegiate level.Put-in-Bay TodayThe annual National Signing Ceremony, a high-profile event where top high school athletes formally commit to play for college sports programs, will return to Perry's Monument in Put-in-Bay, Ohio on August 1-2, 2026. The ceremony will be hosted by political commentator Hugh Hewitt, with a special performance by country music star Lee Greenwood.
Why it matters
The National Signing Ceremony is a major annual tradition that draws national attention to the achievements of young athletes and their college commitments. It serves as an important milestone for high school sports stars and their families, as well as a platform to celebrate the next generation of collegiate and potentially professional athletes.
The details
The two-day event will feature the formal signing of National Letters of Intent by hundreds of high school seniors from across the country who have committed to play sports at the collegiate level. In addition to the main signing ceremony, the event will include speeches, performances, and other festivities to honor the student-athletes.
- The National Signing Ceremony will take place on August 1-2, 2026.
- The event has been held annually at Perry's Monument in Put-in-Bay, Ohio.
The players
Hugh Hewitt
A political commentator who will host the 2026 National Signing Ceremony.
Lee Greenwood
A country music star who will perform at the 2026 National Signing Ceremony.
What they’re saying
“The National Signing Ceremony is a proud tradition that celebrates the hard work and dedication of our nation's top high school athletes as they commit to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level.”
— Hugh Hewitt, Host, National Signing Ceremony
“I'm honored to be a part of this year's National Signing Ceremony and to help recognize the achievements of these talented young athletes.”
— Lee Greenwood, Performer, National Signing Ceremony
What’s next
Tickets for the 2026 National Signing Ceremony at Perry's Monument will go on sale to the general public on June 1, 2026.
The takeaway
The National Signing Ceremony remains a cherished annual tradition that celebrates the next generation of collegiate and professional athletes, showcasing the hard work and dedication of high school sports stars from across the country.
