Three Falcons sign letters of intent
By Samantha Lyles, Staff Writer, slyles@newsandpress.net
Darlington High School recognized three more student athletes on May 15 as they signed letters of intent to continue their education and athletic careers at the next level.
Falcons quarterback Shakeem Thomas signed on with Orangeburg Calhoun Prep. On the field, Thomas might switch over to defense and play safety, and in the classroom he plans to study computer science with an eye toward law school.
DHS basketballer Justin Jackson signed on with Morris College, and the small forward says he might switch over to shooting guard for the Hornets. Jackson plans to study criminal justice and plans on a career as a police officer.
Lady Falcons point guard Deanna House signed to play basketball for Allen University. Deanna plans to study criminal justice and aspires to become an FBI agent.

Pictured here (front row, left to right) are stepfather Timothy Gregg, Justin Jackson, mom Dione Zimmerman; (back row, right to left) DHS principal Dr. Greg Harrison best friend Brante Brunson, aunt Monique Chapman, DHS assistant coach Anthony Heilbronn, DHS boys basketball head coach Ken Howle, and DHS athletics director Phil Jones.
Photos by Samantha Lyles



front row, left to right) are mom Tanita Thomas, Shakeem Thomas, uncle William English; (back row, right to left) DHS principal Dr. Greg Harrison, grandmother Juanita Thomas, sister Tanaisha Thomas uncle Corey Robinson, uncle Rodrickas Thomas, friend Traquan Dubose, friend Melquan Depugh, and DHS athletics director Phil Jones.