<p>Photos by Ray Welch | Daily News</p> <p>Kayla James signs her letter of intent to continue her soccer career at Midway University with her mother Nikki Osborne, left, and Middlesboro coach Quinton Mason by her side.</p>

<p>Kayla James, a senior at Middlesboro High School, has signed to continue her education and soccer career with Midway University. The school provides a career-focused education and provides a high level of service to its students on the court and playing field and in the classroom.</p> <p>Pictured are, from left: brother Braxten Osborne, sister Mallory James, mother Nikki Osborne, Kayla, coach Quentin Mason; Back row, from left: MHS Principal Bob Bennett, Midway women’s soccer coach Sherrill Smith, and Middlesboro Athletic Director Jessie Allen.</p>