SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Augustana University head football coach Jerry Olszewski announced Wednesday the signing of 24 high school student-athletes to letters of intent to continue their academic and football careers at Augustana. Today's announcement was made on the first day student-athletes are allowed to sign letters of intent. 

The list includes student-athletes from seven difference states, including Minnesota (9), Texas (5), Iowa (3), Nebraska (3), Florida (2), Colorado (1) and Wyoming (1). 

"I am so proud of our staff for signing such a talented 2017 class of Vikings," Olszewski said. "This is a very diverse geographic class filled with speed and size as we once again went after the best and brightest young men in the country. We belive that we addressed all of our future needs and that is shown in the balance of offensive and defensive players in this class. Viking fans will be proud of this class as they mature in our program. We belive this is a championship caliber group and look forward to their impact at Augustana University. Fight On!"

Augustana finished the 2016 season with a record of 8-3, including 5-2 in NSIC South Division play. The Vikings have won eight-plus games in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2008-10.

Located in Sioux Falls, S.D., Augustana University is a member of NCAA Division II and competes in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.