National Signing Day: Patriots recognize 5 signees

HOMEWOOD -- Homewood High School recognized five student-athletes for signing scholarships to continue their athletic and academic paths on Wednesday, Feb. 5.

The football team had two players sign to play at the next level. Long snapper and defensive end Brody Butler signed to play at Middle Tennessee State, while wide receiver Trae Ausmer signed with Lincoln University in Missouri.

Pole vaulter Walker Smith signed with the track and field team at Samford.

Two Patriots golfers also signed. Trey Rouse signed to golf at Jefferson State Community College in Birmingham, and Avery Stansell will play at Rhodes College in Memphis. 

Look for this story in the sports section of the Homewood Star's March edition.