Catholic Central senior Peyton Rauch officially signed to continue his academic and football careers at West Liberty University Wednesday, signing his letter of intent to be a Hilltopper. Rauch, a Division VII East District and First Team All-Ohio selection, had 75 tackles, 20 sacks, a forced fumble and a recovery in helping Central reach the second round of the playoffs this past season. Joining Peyton, seated, center, for the occasion were, seated, his parents Laura and Chris Rauch and standing, from left, CCHS Principal Thomas Graham, head football coach Eric Meek, Athletic Director Jonathan Hoover and Chaplain Joshua Erickson. – Andrew Grimm