The Hill Academy Announces Class of 2026 College Commitments at Signing Day Ceremony

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Caledon, ON - December 10, 2025 – The Hill Academy, Canada’s premier choice for dedicated student-athletes, celebrated its annual Signing Day Ceremony at the Caledon campus. The event marked a milestone for 14 outstanding student-athletes from the Class of 2026, who committed to NCAA programs for the next chapter of their academic and athletic careers.

Families, coaches, and school leadership gathered on the 134-acre Caledon campus to honour this significant achievement, a highlight that encapsulates years of dedication, perseverance, and personal growth.

The Class of 2026 signees include:

• Ryley Black — St. Bonaventure University

• Luke Boyden — Dartmouth College

• Sean Costigan — High Point University

• Frankie Crivello — Mount St. Mary’s University

• Payton Cvetkovic — Jacksonville University

• Matthew Ford — University of Richmond

• Bodhi Gillies — Quinnipiac University

• Ryder Haynes — St. Joseph’s University

• Kali Maechtel — Boston University

• Cara Nielsen — Lindenwood University

• Vincent Onofrio — University at Albany

• Dylan Sanderson — Providence College

• Beatrice Tamburro — Jacksonville University

• Abigail White — Jacksonville University

“As a school, we could not be more proud of what these student-athletes have accomplished,” said Jeff Teat, Head Coach Prep Lacrosse at The Hill Academy. “But this isn’t the finish line, it’s just the start. We believe we have prepared them to be successful at the next level, but they know there is a lot of work ahead of them.”

For student-athletes at The Hill, Signing Day represents the culmination of years of commitment; athletically, academically, and personally. At The Hill, our holistic approach combines elite athletic development with rigorous academic support and character development. With our NCAA-knowledgeable guidance and coaching staff, these commitments reflect thoughtful decision-making and readiness for collegiate athletics.

"With the recent changes we have seen in the NCAA with scholarships, roster sizes, transfer windows and NLI, we feel it is now more important than ever to ensure these student-athletes are set on the right path," said Carly Quinn, Head Coach Girls Lacrosse. "Through the support of their family and friends, alongside the assistance of our guidance staff and coaching relationships with NCAA programs, we feel our student-athletes are in a great spot. I couldn't be more proud of the thoughtful decisions they have made today on their destinations."

As The Hill Academy approaches its 20th Anniversary, the school has cemented its reputation for outstanding post-secondary placement. The Hill has supported over 400 student-athletes in receiving NCAA scholarships, with many alumni going on to become All-Americans, NCAA team captains, and leading competitors at the collegiate, international and professional levels.

As this new class of signees embarks on their next chapter, the coaches, faculty, staff, and entire Hill family extend their heartfelt congratulations to them and their families. We look forward to cheering on their continued success in the classroom, on the field, and beyond. For more information about or to book a tour of The Hill Academy’s 134-acre campus, we encourage you to contact admissions@thehillacademy.com.

-30-

About The Hill Academy

The Hill Academy was founded in 2006 in order to provide optimal academic and athletic programming for dedicated student-athletes. Located in Caledon, ON, just 45 minutes north of Toronto, The Hill campus sits on 134 acres of beautifully forested land. The campus offers students bright classrooms, daily outdoor education, a state-of-the-art athletic training experience, Hill Performance gym facilities, running and hiking trails, turf field, exclusive off-site rink access, and an expansive boarding complex. 

Graduates from The Hill have been placed in some of the most prestigious academic and athletic institutions in the world. The Hill Academy is an institution for students who are committed to striving academically, and who would like an opportunity to take an in-depth exploration into their respective sport. 

For more information, visit www.thehillacademy.com and follow on social media: Instagram @thehillacademy, X (Twitter) @thehillacademy, and Facebook @thehillacademy1845