Standout Lakota East Thunderhawks, who signed early commitments to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level, were recognized in special ceremonies at the high school on Wednesday. Below is a complete list of these outstanding student-athletes: Brock Aten Hannah Cech Samantha Dodd Golf Swimming Soccer IUPUI University of Arkansas University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Lakota East Head Coach Steve Castner will be recognized as the High School Softball Coach of the Year by the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday, Sept. 7th at Great American Ball Park.  Castner’s East Softball team were state-runnerup and finished a historic season last spring.  He will be honored alongside other area baseball and softball coaches