ACCE Signing Day: A Historic Milestone for Reeder & Daimon

On April 17th, a momentous event unfolded at ACCE High School as Daimon Spriggs and Darius Reeder made history by becoming the first athletic recruits to graduate from the school. The occasion was marked by ACCE’s inaugural athletic signing day, where both athletes signed their national letters of intent in a heartfelt ceremony attended by peers, teachers, administrators, and coaches.

Coach Lantz Carter shared his experiences coaching Daimon and Darius. He reflected on their incredible journeys, from budding talents to committed athletes, highlighting the hard work and perseverance that defined their recruiting processes. Coach Carter's tribute was a moving testament to the dedication these young men have shown both on and off the field.

Following Coach Carter’s speech, the mothers of Daimon and Darius took the stage to address the senior class. Their words were filled with pride and gratitude, underscoring the significant support and encouragement that have been integral to their sons' successes. Their speeches were a poignant reminder of the strong community that has rallied behind these athletes.

Daimon Spriggs, who has been a part of Harlem Lacrosse since the 7th grade, proudly announced that he will be continuing his lacrosse career at Frostburg State University. Darius Reeder will take his talents to Virginia State University. Both Daimon and Darius are thrilled to join their respective teams, where they will be reunited with former Harlem Lacrosse alumni as teammates.

The Harlem Lacrosse community is immensely proud of Daimon and Darius. Their achievements mark a significant milestone for ACCE High School and serve as an inspiration to younger students who aspire to follow in their footsteps. We eagerly await the next chapters of their athletic careers and are confident they will continue to excel at the collegiate level.

Congratulations, Daimon and Darius! We can't wait to see what the future holds for you both.