Sophia Walter of Boylan Catholic Central High School in Cherry Valley, Ill., has signed a national letter of intent to attend Des Moines Area Community College (DMACC) and play volleyball.

Walter is the fourth commitment to the DMACC volleyball program for the 2020-21 school year. Other commitments are Morgan Tupper of Nevada High School, Emma McKinney of South Central Calhoun High School in Lake City and Chloe Gilgen of West Harrison High School in Mondamin.

Walter said she chose DMACC because she thinks of the school as a closely knit, family-like community.

"My perception of DMACC athletics and academics is that they are preparatory in sense and will shape you for the next level," Walter said. "(Attending) DMACC will further my athletic plans and career aspirations by providing a very good stepping stone."

Walter has played volleyball for three years and has received her school's Spirit of the Game Award. She has also earned Most Improved Player and Most Valuable Player honors. She was named to the school honor roll as a freshman.