2019 Columbus Dispatch Scholar Athlete Awards

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The Columbus Dispatch and Motorists Insurance Group Scholar Athlete Awards showcase central Ohio seniors who have succeeded both athletically and academically throughout their high school careers.

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

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ABOUT THE AWARDS

The selection process

All nominees were eligible for all scholarships. Winners were chosen by a panel of judges from The Dispatch, who considered academic and athletic performance, school leadership, community service and other criteria.

Sponsored awards

* The John J. Bishop Awards, presented by Motorists Insurance Group, are presented to a top male and top female scholar-athlete who show exemplary leadership skills within their schools. * The Capt. Warren B. Sneed Memorial Scholarship is presented on behalf of the 1991 Dispatch scholar-athlete from Circleville High School who died in November 2000 in a military accident over the Sea of Japan. The award has been presented annually since 2001. * The Atlas Butler Strength in Service Award is presented to a top scholar-athlete who has strengthened and improved his or her community by going above and beyond to make it a better place to live. * The OhioHealth Perseverance Award is presented to a top scholar-athlete who has persevered over illnesses and/or injuries and/or dealt with major challenges. The student is honored for his or her determination and courage in how he or she has overcome adversity. * The Battelle STEM Award is presented to a top scholar-athlete who exemplifies outstanding achievement in science, technology, engineering and math. Researchers and scientists rely on their STEM expertise to drive innovation and solve the world’s most difficult challenges.

Photography All scholarship winners’ portraits were taken by Dispatch staff photographer Eric Albrecht. Portraits were taken at a location deemed meaningful to the scholar-athlete. The Dispatch would like to thank and acknowledge all Eric Albrecht of the schools and their administrators who assisted, as well as these entities that accommodated our requests: Columbus City Hall and City Council President Shannon G. Hardin, Village Chapel Church, Arch City Rowing Club, Newport Music Hall, Graeter’s Ice Cream, Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts, Jeffrey Mansion, Bryn Du Mansion and St. Bernadette Church.

Contact us If you have a question or comment about the special section or the Dispatch’s scholar-athlete program, contact: Ray Stein … 614-461-5236 rstein@dispatch.com

Canal Winchester’s Jared Tomlinson poses with keynote speaker and Olympic gold medal wrestler Kyle Snyder after winning the Battelle STEM Award at the 2019 Dispatch and Motorists Insurance Group Scholar-Athlete Awards banquet at the Greater Columbus Convention Center on June 5. KYLE ROBERTSON/DISPATCH

Rising above

Tomlinson, Himes, Cressy show resiliency, go above and beyond to earn scholarships By ELLEN GEYER THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH For Jared Tomlinson, Christina Himes and Ella Cressy and many other high school seniors, merely excelling on the field and in the classroom wasn’t enough. On June 5, each of the three was among 22 scholarship winners at the 2019 Dispatch Motorists Insurance Group Scholar-Athlete Awards show, a nod to their efforts beyond strong performances in athletics and academics. Tomlinson is a runner from Canal Winchester and the winner of the Battelle STEM award for outstanding achievement in science, technology, engineering and math. Tomlinson participated in Cisco computer programming competitions throughout high school. The activity allowed him to pursue his passion for computer networking, and he did well, ranking fifth nationally. “I was excited to win something related to STEM,” Tomlinson said of his Battelle award, worth $2,500. “I love computers. I love science. I love math. Just winning a scholarship related to that is very special.” Tomlinson cited the importance of the relationship between sports and STEM. “I’ve done cross country, track and swimming and I think that working with a team is very helpful,” he said. “Working with other kids in my classes is important, espe-

Westerville South’s Christina Himes receives the Atlas Butler Strength in Service Award from Mark Swepston, president and owner of Atlas Butler. JOSHUA A. BICKEL/DISPATCH

Ella Cressy of Canal Winchester receives the OhioHealth Perseverance Award from Dr. Vismai Sinah. JOSHUA A. BICKEL/DISPATCH

hours at Nationwide Children’s and OhioHealth Riverside Methodist hospitals, cited her mother, Joyce, as her role model in service. She cially in networking, where explained how service has you’re connecting different become part of her identity. people.” “You never know how you Himes, a soccer player of can impact someone else. If Westerville South and the you have the time to volunwinner of the Atlas Butler teer, why wouldn’t you?” she Strength in Service Award and a $2,500 scholarship, also said. Cressy, a soccer player noted the connections from Canal Winchester, was between sport and achievement off the field, particularly the winner of the OhioHealth as it pertains to volunteering. Perseverance award and a $2,500 scholarship. She, like “It’s all about helping one another and that collaboration Himes, cited her family as a between people,” Himes said. source of inspiration after severe knee injuries forced “In sports, you’re equals — her to miss her final two seait’s the same team and so you’re all working to help one sons of high school soccer. “What kept me going was another. With service, you’re my family,” Cressy said. directly helping others and “They always pushed me. it’s just that relationship.” They were like: ‘You’re Himes, who completed many of her 300-plus service going to do this. There’s noth-

ing (that’s) going to stop you. You’re the hardest working person I’ve ever met.’ And that always kept me going.” Cressy suffered an ACL tear in her right knee in May 2017, then tore the same ligament in the left knee a year later. Ever-resilient, she remained an active member of her team in a different capacity, acting as a team manager while attending practices and games to support and mentor her teammates. In the fall, Cressy will finally get back to the sport she loves as she pursues soccer at Ohio Wesleyan. “(Getting back to soccer) means everything. It’s been my dream since I was a little kid to play college soccer. … I’m really glad I’m able to still do that,” she said.

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Introduced in May 1982, the Dispatch and Motorists Insurance Group Scholar-Athlete Awards annually honor the best and brightest high school students in central Ohio. In early March, The Dispatch mailed nomination forms to 117 area high schools, asking administrators from each school to select two seniors – one girl and one boy – as their institution’s top scholar-athletes to vie for $96,500 in college scholarships. These scholarships are funded by Motorists, Wolfe Associates, OhioHealth, Atlas Butler, Battelle Institute and the family of Capt. Warren B. Sneed. Awards and scholarships were presented at the 2019 Scholar-Athlete Awards banquet on June 5 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. This year, 205 scholar-athletes from 107 participating schools were selected. Each honoree received free admission to the banquet as well as a plaque and gift bag from the program sponsors.

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Africentric

Hosanna Smith (3.67) Track (3 years), volleyball (3)

Amanda-Clearcreek

Isaiah Saunders (3.0) Track (3 years), cross country (2), wrestling (1)

Alyssa Evans (3.78) Basketball (4 years), soccer (4)

Big Walnut

Cecilia Sutton (4.39) Cross country (3 years), soccer (1)

Paige Clinger (4.1) Basketball (4 years), softball (4), volleyball (3)

Aniah Brown (3.88) Basketball (4 years), cheerleading (3), track (1)

Bloom-Carroll

Samuel Elliott (4.32) Football (4 years), basketball (4), lacrosse (3), baseball (1)

Cardington

Andrew Hunter (3.84) Football (4 years), basketball (4)

Beechcroft

Stephanie Graham (4.11) Tennis (4 years)

Gwen Moran (4.18) Soccer (4 years), softball (3), cross country (1), football (1), swimming (1)

Briggs

Devin Heiberger (3.7) Soccer (4 years)

Centennial

Myles Martinez (3.96) Basketball (4 years), baseball (4), golf (2), cross country (1), soccer (1)

Elijah Hairston (3.36) Football (4 years), basketball (3), track (2), wrestling (1)

Bailey Hammond (3.9) Soccer (4 years), softball (2), bowling (1)

Justin Sharfenaker (3.83) Volleyball (4 years)

Centerburg

Catherine Wheeler (4.0) Basketball (4 years), cross country (4), track (2)

Heath Myers (3.98) Golf (4 years), basketball (4)

Berne Union

Sidney Little (4.28) Basketball (4 years), softball (4), volleyball (1), cross country (1)

Zane Mirgon (3.89) Football (4 years), basketball (4), baseball (4)

Buckeye Valley

Hanna Fenstermaker (4.1) Soccer (4 years), track (4)

John Culley (3.9) Cross country (4 years), track (1)

Central Crossing

Mallory Lalonde (4.52) Cross country (4 years), track (1)

Zachary Francek (4.33) Swimming (4 years), track (1)

Bexley

Anna Politi (4.47) Cross country (3 years), track (2), swimming (2)

Nicholas Hall (4.32) Track (4 years), cross country (2), soccer (1)

Canal Winchester

Ella Cressy (4.07) Soccer (4 years)

Jared Tomlinson (4.15) Cross country (4 years), track (3), swimming (2)

Circleville

Shayna Hoop (3.86) Basketball (4 years), soccer (4)

Garret Gray (4.25) Baseball (4 years), football (3 years), basketball (1), swimming (1)

Columbus Academy

Dorrian Moultrie (3.7) Football (4 years), basketball (4), track (1)

Dublin Coffman

Carmen Haefke (4.3) Lacrosse (4 years), volleyball (3)

Alex Dluzynski (4.32) Football (2 years), baseball (2)

Eastmoor Academy

Mallory Barnes (4.08) Volleyball (4 years), softball (4), basketball (3)

Miicah Coleman (3.9) Football (4 years), track (2), basketball (1)

Danville

Emily Dewolf (3.82) Swimming (4 years), track (4)

Reese Dorsey (4.0) Football (4 years), softball (1), basketball (1)

Dublin Jerome

Mackenzie Potts (4.3) Lacrosse (4 years), soccer (4)

Sahil Ambardekar (4.6) Cross country (4 years), track (3)

Elgin

Krosbi Clark (4.5) Volleyball (4 years), basketball (4), softball (4)

Jacob Studer (4.44) Cross country (2 years), track (2)

Delaware

Corbin Hazen (3.48) Football (4 years), basketball (4), baseball (1), track (1)

Valerie Keller Kael Gannon (3.8) (3.71) Swimming (4 years), Swimming (4 years), cross country (2) football (2), track (1)

Dublin Scioto

Jessie Hartman (4.4) Lacrosse (4 years), soccer (4)

Cameron Gastaldo (4.46) Soccer (4 years), volleyball (4)

Fairbanks

Joelle Ziegler (4.12) Soccer (4 years), basketball (4)

Mason Smith (4.18) Soccer (4 years), basketball (4), baseball (3), football (1)

East

Destiny Davis (3.22) Basketball (3 years), softball (1)

Prince Galloway-Miles (3.32) Football (4 years), wrestling (4), baseball (1)

Fairfield Christian

Maame Adu (4.0) Cross country (4 years), track (4), basketball (4)

Max Ross (3.94) Track (4 years), football (2), cross country (1)

DeSales

Greta Cargin (4.09) Lacrosse (4 years), tennis (2), soccer (2)

Michael Pallaci (4.11) Football (4 years), baseball (4)

East Knox

Cassidy Gebhardt (4.19) Basketball (4 years), track (2), volleyball (2)

Mason McCauley (3.94) Baseball (3 years), basketball (3), golf (1)

Fairfield Union

Monica Taylor (4.04) Cross country (4 years), swimming (4), track (4)

John VerDow (4.15) Soccer (4 years), swimming (1), track (1)

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Samantha Kass (4.05) Field hockey (4 years), swimming (3), track (3)

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Fisher Catholic

Daniel Turner (3.93) Baseball (4 years), football (3), basketball (3), track (3)

Franklin Heights

Kylie McCurdy (3.5) Soccer (4 years)

Granville

Kristen Zehnal (4.22) Field hockey (4 years), lacrosse (4)

Jack Burczak (3.92) Cross country (4 years), track (4), basketball (1)

Hartley

Bailee Zacovic (4.0) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

Joshua Moore (3.92) Baseball (4 years)

Fredericktown

Mamadu Nabe (3.47) Track (4 years), basketball (1)

Nichole Groseclose (3.87) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

Grove City

Mya Linder (4.62) Volleyball (4 years)

Grove City Christian

Jared Lepard (4.78) Soccer (4 years)

Harvest Prep

Moses Davis (3.8) Football (4 years), basketball (2)

Paden Spencer (3.6) Cross country (4 years), track (3), baseball (1)

Calista Manns (4.23) Track (4 years), volleyball (2), cheerleading (1)

Andrew Gillespie (4.27) Soccer (4 years), football (2), track (2), cross country (1), basketball (1)

Heath

Jordynn Shriner (4.07) Volleyball (4 years), softball (4)

Paul Collier (4.0) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

Gahanna

Kayla Davis (4.01) Golf (4 years)

Noah Laurent (3.93) Baseball (4 years)

Groveport

Antonia Woods (3.5) Track (4 years), cross country (3), basketball (2)

Nakhi Taylor (3.63) Basketball (4 years), football (1)

Highland

Kelsee Bargnesi (3.95) Volleyball (4 years)

Brock Veley (4.0) Football (4 years), track (3)

Grandview

Martina Moncolova (4.41) Swimming (4 years), tennis (3)

Hudson Jump (3.94) Football (4 years), wrestling (4)

Hamilton Township

Emily McCarty (4.43) Tennis (4 years)

Keith Dolence (4.01) Football (4 years)

Hilliard Bradley

Christy Hribar (4.17) Golf (4 years), bowling (4), track (4)

Danny Vazquez (4.59) Football (3 years)

Hilliard Darby

Grant Hollinger (3.9) Football (4 years), baseball (4)

Johnstown

Ashley Abner (4.33) Cross country (3 years), basketball (3)

Caleb Argyle (4.08) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

Licking Valley

Laney Griffith (3.82) Basketball (4 years), volleyball (1)

Colin Kozlowski (4.32) Football (3 years), lacrosse (3)

Sydney Ryan (4.26) Soccer (4 years), basketball (4), track (3)

Ethan Royer (4.04) Football (4 years), basketball (4), lacrosse (1)

Horizon Science

Alyssa Ziegler (3.4) Basketball (4 years)

Jonathan Alder

Maggie Ridder (3.97) Soccer (4 years), track (3), basketball (1)

Michael Ferrito (3.98) Baseball (4 years), basketball (3)

Linden

Tanajahnee McGee (3.5) Softball (3 years), volleyball (1), basketball (1)

Evan Moore (3.62) Soccer (3 years), wrestling (2), tennis (1)

Independence

Shayanna Hinkle-Moore (4.21) Softball (4 years), basketball (4), golf (3), cross country (2), tennis (2), volleyball (2), soccer (2)

Matthew Santurello (3.9) Soccer (4 years), golf (4), bowling (4), baseball (4)

Lakewood

Hannah Horsington (4.1) Cheerleading (2 years)

Lynne Dale (4.25) Golf (4 years), track (4)

Oakley Lowery (3.39) Football (4 years), baseball (2)

Kadidia Sherman (2.78) Softball (4 years), basketball (1)

Lancaster

Scott Hartman (4.03) Cross country (2 years), baseball (2)

Logan Elm

International

Elise Johnson (4.64) Cross country (4 years), track (4), basketball (3)

Malorie Colwell (3.48) Volleyball (4 years), basketball (4)

Licking Heights

Nathan Craft (4.56) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

London

Josh Colvin (3.3) Wrestling (4 years), soccer (4)

Jayvon Moses (3.56) Basketball (1), track (1)

Emily Swisher (4.06) Cross country (4 years), basketball (4), track (4)

Madison Plains

Sarah Stonerock (3.91) Track (4 years), volleyball (4)

Clay Grear (4.07) Golf (4 years), basketball (1)

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Annie Rauch (4.69) Basketball (4 years), volleyball (4)

Hilliard Davidson

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Marion-Franklin

Haylee Kise (3.41) Soccer (4 years), softball (2), volleyball (2), basketball (1)

Davion Upchurch (3.33) Football (4 years), wrestling (1), track (1)

Mount Gilead

Hailey Dean (3.7) Softball (4 years), volleyball (4)

Casey White (4.27) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

North Union

Kamryn Rhodes (3.98) Cross country (4 years), track (3)

Dalton Skaggs (4.0) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

Marion Harding

Margaret Pitts (3.9) Tennis (4 years), track (3)

Gabriel Detwiler (3.72) Baseball (4 years), football (3), basketball (2)

Mount Vernon

Lily Burnside (4.42) Volleyball (4 years)

Harrison Ogle (4.47) Tennis (4 years), football (4)

Northland

Jaylen Muldrow (3.6) Basketball (4 years)

N’Keeley Elmore (3.34) Basketball (4 years), tennis (4), track (1)

Marysville

Emily Daniel (4.35) Softball (4 years), soccer (4), basketball (4)

Walker Heard (3.91) Football (4 years), wrestling (4), baseball (1)

New Albany

Erin Carson (4.43) Soccer (4 years), lacrosse (4)

Drew Fischer (4.44) Soccer (4 years)

Northmor

Alyson Blunk (4.0) Volleyball (4 years), softball (4)

Mifflin

Ryland Thomas (4.0) Baseball (4 years), football (4), basketball (4), bowling (1)

Brooklyn Lathon (3.67) Track (4 years), volleyball (1), basketball (1)

Jonathon Carter (3.13) Track (4 years), basketball (3), cross country (2), tennis (1)

Newark

Katherine Anderson (3.95) Volleyball (4 years), track (2)

Andrew Saladino (4.28) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

Olentangy

Lauren Tarpey (3.99) Basketball (4 years), track (1), cross country (1)

Millersport

Luke Riedel (3.84) Football (4 years), basketball (4)

Catherine Manifold (3.9) Track (4 years), basketball (3), cheerleading (2), volleyball (1)

Newark Catholic

Caillie Barnett (3.99) Swimming (4 years)

Justin Ricciardo (3.96) Track (4 years), football (3)

Olentangy Liberty

Elizabeth MacDowell (4.07) Tennis (4 years)

Mitchell Kershner (4.16) Football (4 years), basketball (4), track (2)

Olentangy Orange

Zachary Stevenson (4.17) Football (4 years), wrestling (4)

Rachel Gordon (4.57) Volleyball (4 years)

Reynoldsburg

Alexis Langwasser (4.0) Soccer (4 years), softball (4)

Nathan Lancia (4.11) Volleyball (3 years)

Ridgedale

Trenton Scherger (4.44) Football (4 years)

St. Charles

Jacob Jobe (4.51) Cross country (4 years), track (2)

Taylor Boyd (4.7) Volleyball (4 years), cheerleading (4)

Sheridan Tassy (4.73) Cross country (4 years), track (4), cheerleading (2)

Ryan Wolfe (4.79) Basketball (4 years), tennis (3), baseball (1)

Avery Hart (3.98) Soccer (4 years), basketball (4), track (4), lacrosse (1)

Balakrishna Brahmandam (4.53) Tennis (4 years), cross country (4)

River Valley

Connor Lust (3.6) Baseball (4 years), basketball (3)

Teays Valley

Pickerington North

Katie Klingel (3.9) Basketball (4 years), volleyball (4)

Jacob Fohl (3.92) Wrestling (4 years)

Thomas Worthington

Rachel Rinaldi (4.28) Field hockey (4 years), swimming (4), lacrosse (4)

Stephen Jackman (4.34) Tennis (4 years), golf (3)

Pleasant

Makenna Waddell (3.92) Softball (4 years), basketball (3), volleyball (2), soccer (1)

Alexander Enders (3.76) Football (4 years), baseball (3), basketball (1)

Shekinah Christian

Kloe Yutzy Ben Hershberger (4.0) (3.98) Basketball (4 years), Basketball (4 years), volleyball (3), baseball (3), golf (3), softball (3) soccer (1)

Tree of Life

Mallory Garbe (3.9) Soccer (4 years), basketball (4), softball (1)

Jonathan Strous (4.3) Soccer (4 years)

Ready

Eva Freeman (4.96) Tennis (3 years), cheerleading (2), volleyball (1)

Austin Aiello (3.96) Football (4 years), track (4), basketball (2)

South

Serina Dweh (3.96) Soccer (3 years), softball (3), cheerleading (3)

Abdalla Hussein (3.03) Soccer (4 years), track (1), wrestling (1)

Upper Arlington

Eileen Dunn (4.34) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

Cole Smith (4.31) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

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Allison Guagenti (3.69) Cross country (4 years), track (4), swimming (3), diving (2)

Pickerington Central

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Utica

Elizabeth Dyke (4.22) Softball (3 years)

Ryan Cree (4.06) Football (4 years), wrestling (2), baseball (2)

Wellington

Addison Shock (3.42) Basketball (3 years), soccer (1)

Trevor McCraw (3.6) Baseball (4 years), swimming (1)

Westerville South

Christina Himes (4.79) Soccer (4 years), track (1)

Jack Lovell (4.7) Soccer (4 years), baseball (4)

Village Academy

Rachel McLoughlin (4.34) Soccer (4 years), basketball (4), cross country (3)

Max Block (3.9) Soccer (4 years), basketball (4), tennis (3), track (2), cross country (1), bowling (1)

West

Mikayla Hawkins (3.37) Cross country (2 years), basketball (1), track (1)

Jared Kaiser (4.0) Golf (4 years), basketball (1)

Quan’tre Merchant (3.8) Track (4 years), volleyball (2)

Nykese Averett (3.2) Baseball (4 years), wrestling (3)

West Jefferson

Sekou Maiga (3.54) Basketball (3 years), soccer (1), cross country (1)

Westfall

Walnut Ridge

Sidney Layton (3.62) Volleyball (4 years)

Justin Williams (3.44) Football (4 years), baseball (3)

Westland

Aja Nathans (4.71) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

Deshawn Evans (3.3) Football (4 years), basketball (4), baseball (1)

Watkins Memorial

Andrea Kuhn (4.37) Cross country (4 years), track (4)

Simon Blum (4.26) Soccer (4 years), tennis (4)

Watterson

Grace Jenkins (4.0) Volleyball (4 years), basketball (4)

Westerville Central

Kylie Collins (4.39) Softball (4 years), basketball (1)

Camron Hubble (4.7) Baseball (4 years), football (1)

Whetstone

Lindsay Arnold (3.46) Bowling (4 years), cheerleading (2)

Andrew Davis (3.82) Football (4 years), basketball (4), track (2), baseball (2)

Westerville North

Megan Zody (4.46) Softball (4 years)

Caden Crist (4.6) Wrestling (4 years), lacrosse (4), football (2)

Whitehall

Victor Waitkus (3.57) Golf (4 years), bowling (3), baseball (3)

Alyson Shoemaker (3.67) Softball (4 years), volleyball (4)

Michael Bivens (3.88) Football (4 years), basketball (4), track (4)

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Amber Beals (3.91) Volleyball (4 years)

Kaleb Dave (3.49) Football (4 years)

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Top female Scholar-Athlete

Samantha Kass COLUMBUS ACADEMY GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.05

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Sports played: Field hockey (4 years), swimming (3), track (3) Academic highlights: Academic AllAmerican; scored 33 on ACT Athletic highlights: Three-time statemeet qualifier in swimming and track; captain and starter of state champion field hockey team College choice: Emory University (anticipated major: undeclared) Photo location: The pool at Columbus Academy is one of the first places I learned how to swim. I’ve had the opportunity to grow as an athlete in the pool, and it’s what I’m doing in college, so I thought my picture should reflect that. Home front: My parents are Jonathan and Melissa Kass, and I have a 16year-old brother, Jared.

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH Favorite subject: Computer science, because my teacher was awesome, and I think it’s interesting that you can write code to create almost anything in the world. Least-favorite subject: History, because although it’s interesting to learn about where we come from and the events that affected our current society, it’s difficult for me to understand the broader themes. How I relax: I do hot yoga with my mom. It gives me a chance to stretch and focus all of my energy into one task and give my practice a purpose. Favorite book: “Where’d You Go,

Bernadette,” by Maria Semple. I like the plot, and that the story is told through different perspectives. Favorite movie: I don’t watch a lot of movies, but my favorite Broadway musical is “Dear Evan Hansen.” Favorite television show: “Scandal” Favorite musicians: I love Sam Smith’s range in terms of the genres he writes in as well as his voice. MK is more of a DJ but produces fun songs that are great to dance to. Go-to website: YouTube is where I go for entertainment. Essential apps: I am obsessed with Pinterest and planning out my life. The

News app also is a favorite because I have to stay up to date with what’s going on in the world. The articles could be political, science-related, fashion trends or celebrity updates for brain candy when I need a break. Favorite home-cooked meal: Pizza pasta — a five-cheese penne pasta bake that my mom makes, and it is unreal. I’m lactose-intolerant, so it’s definitely one I have to eat sparingly. My cooking specialty: I love cooking, so I’ll make about anything I’m in the mood for. My mom is an incredible chef and makes amazing meals so I’ve had the luxury of learning from

her. My specialty is probably a chicken and veggie rice bowl. It’s inspired by the Buddha Bowl from Northstar Café, one of my favorite restaurants. Favorite restaurant: My favorite in Columbus is Brassica, but my all-time favorite is Buddakan in New York City. Guilty pleasure: Art. I love making bracelets and keychains for myself and friends, but I also branch out and color shoes or just draw. Proudest sports moment: Playing Thomas Worthington in field hockey this season and winning 4-0. We’d lost to them in the state final last year and had been working hard in practice to prepare for it. Sport I’d like to try someday: I’d like to learn how to ski or snowboard. Favorite athlete: Soccer player Abby Wambach, because of her “wolfpack” speech. Inspiration: My mom is everything I hope to be when I’m older. Person I’d like to meet: The actress and activist Yara Shahidi is using her platform to make a difference. It’s cool to see her be active and vocal at essentially the same age I am. Something most people don’t know about me: I am an avid euchre player. Least-favorite household chore: Definitely it’s cleaning up the kitchen after I cook. I get so excited to eat that I often forget that I have to clean and put away everything. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: I cannot swim backstroke to save my life. Words to leave by: “If you’re the smartest person in a room, you’re in the wrong room.”

Recognizing future community leaders through the Scholar-Athlete Awards The Scholar-Athlete Awards recognize students who excel as leaders in their respective sports, the classroom and their communities. Motorists Insurance Group aspires to be an outstanding corporate citizen in all locations served, and they encourage their associates to be leaders in their areas of expertise through innovation and collaboration. With this clear alignment, it was a no-brainer for Motorists to become a presenting sponsor of the Scholar-Athlete Awards in 2007. Since then, Motorists has contributed more than $600,000 in scholarships to assist in the education of hundreds of college students. “Leadership is more than a position – it’s a behavior,” Motorists CEO Dave Kaufman said. “The ScholarAthlete Awards support young members of our community who work to become better leaders every day.” These young individuals have demonstrated leadership on the field, in the classroom and, most importantly, in our communities. It’s a

great honor to support their education as they help shape our community. Motorists recognizes that these are our future leaders. Each year, athletic directors, principals and guidance staff at more than 100 central Ohio high schools nominate students who embody the ideals of scholar athletes. These students have gone on to study at universities close to home, such as The Ohio State University, and throughout the country at schools such as Harvard University and Vanderbilt University. This year, Motorists will again award $60,000 in scholarships to 12 graduating seniors. Two of the scholarships honor John J. Bishop, former president and CEO of Motorists. The John J. Bishop scholarships award $10,000 to one female athlete as well as one male athlete. “John left a legacy at Motorists,” said Kaufman. “His leadership got us to where we are today. We wanted to honor his contribution by passing on that

“From the Ronald McDonald House to the Scholar Athlete Awards to more than 100 individual charities across our geographic footprint, our goal is to leave a permanent mark where we live and work.” — Dave Kaufman, Motorists Insurance Group legacy of leadership in our community.” Motorists’ mission is to exceed the expectations of their policyholders, agents and associates with every interaction. By supporting their local communities, Motorists helps transform the neighborhoods they serve. “We are committed to leaving a lasting impression in all communities we serve,” said Kaufman. “Our associates generously give back to the community

Left to right: Archie Griffin, John J. Bishop Female Scholar-Athlete Bailey Williams of Mifflin High School, and Dave Kaufman representing Motorists Insurance Group at the 2018 Scholar Athlete Awards.

through countless volunteer hours and personal financial contributions to charities Motorists supports. From the Ronald McDonald House to the Scholar-Athlete Awards to more than 100 individual charities across our geo-

graphic footprint, our goal is to leave a permanent mark where we live and work. “Our success comes from the trusting and caring relationships our associates have built with our agents, policyholders and communities.”

Top male Scholar-Athlete

HILLIARD DAVIDSON GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.04

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Sports played: Football (4 years), basketball (4), lacrosse (1) Academic highlights: National Honor Society member; scored 30 on ACT Athletic highlights: First-team all-state and district player of the year in football College choice: Brown University (anticipated major: aerospace engineering) Photo location: I had my picture taken in the football locker room at Hilliard Davidson. Football has been a huge part of my life, and I’ve made some of my best memories in that room. I’m sitting in the ice bath because I and some buddies would stay after practice and sit in ice. We were having the time of our lives together. Home front: My parents are Deborah and Mark Royer, and I have a 20-yearold brother, Ryan, and a 16-year-old

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH sister, Grace. Favorite subject: I most enjoyed my engineering development and design class. I take the class with a bunch of friends, and we’ve learned a lot about the engineering process and have gotten to create our own innovations. Least-favorite subject: The most difficult class, but not necessarily my least favorite, is Calculus BC. It’s challenging math, stuff I’ve never done before, but my teacher was really good, and the whole class got along well. How I relax: I hang out with my friends and my girlfriend. We love to go to Roosters and talk for hours. Prized possessions: My two dogs,

because they are always loving and happy to see me. Favorite books: The Percy Jackson series. It’s been a while since I’ve read them, but those books were great in elementary school. Favorite movie: “The Dark Knight,” in which the acting is phenomenal. Favorite television network: Probably FX because it usually runs movies all day. I’ve never really gotten into one specific TV show. Favorite musician: Kenny Chesney’s music always puts me in a good mood. It’s great for warm weather and brings people together. Go-to website: YouTube. I always

watch all sorts of different entertaining or informative videos there. Essential app: I use Twitter the most. I wouldn’t say I’m attached to it, but there is a lot of funny material on there. Favorite home-cooked meal: My mom makes amazing Italian food, and her chicken parmesan is unbelievable. My cooking specialty: Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches Favorite restaurant: I go to Chipotle a good amount, but if I’m picking a nicer restaurant, it would be the Cheesecake Factory. They have amazing chicken parm, as well. Guilty pleasure: I love to drink CocaCola.

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Ethan Royer

Proudest sports moment: Being a part of a fantastic group of guys during my senior season and making it to the regional final in football. Before the season, there was a lot of doubt surrounding us and how we would perform. I’d say going 11-2 and being Ohio Capital Conference champs is pretty good. Sport I’d like to try someday: Hockey looks fun, but I know I would fall down over and over again. Story behind my uniform number: My older brother wore No. 9 when he was at Davidson. When he graduated, he told me he wanted me to wear it. Favorite athlete: I’m not really in awe of any particular athletes, but I do admire LeBron James’ work ethic and how he gives back to the community. Inspiration: My family has inspired me to be the best I can be my entire life. They are always encouraging me. Person I’d like to meet: Donald Trump. He’s the president, so that’s a pretty big deal. Dream job: Playing in the NFL, but I’m realistic about my talents. Place I’d like to travel: Anywhere with a beach. Hawaii would be fun. Something most people don’t know about me: I have a strong faith and rely on it when facing troubles in my life. Least-favorite household chore: Any type of yardwork — weeding, raking leaves, all of it. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: I can’t shoot a basketball. Despite playing for more than 10 years, I’ve never managed to develop a jump shot. I have become a sort of defensive specialist through the years.

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John J. Bishop female Scholar-Athlete

INDEPENDENCE GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.21

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Sports played: Softball (4 years), basketball (4), golf (3), cross country (2), tennis (2), volleyball (2), soccer (2) Academic highlights: Super Honor Roll; Columbus State dean’s list; scored 29 on ACT Athletic highlights: Second-team allleague in softball; member of City champions boys soccer team College choice: Ohio State (anticipated major: public policy and urban planning) Photo location: Columbus City Council chamber, where I lobbied for sidewalks

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH on behalf of my school community. Hopefully one day I will be a member of City Council. Home front: My parents are Allan and Tammy, and I have four older siblings — Shanelle, Zakary, Derek and Jordan — and a 16-year-old brother, Jeremiah. I also have a 4-year-old niece, Briella. Favorite subject: African American studies covers a powerful side of America’s history that often goes untold and untaught in our schools. Least-favorite subject: Probably math, not because I’m not good at it (I am), but because I have to rack my brain in an effort to memorize a zillion formulas I will never use past the final.

Favorite book: “The Hate U Give,” by Angie Thomas. I am an avid reader, and I’ve related to many characters, but I’ve never been able to say I could be the main character. But Starr Carter’s internal and external conflicts, thoughts and experiences were nearly identical to my own. Favorite movies: Don’t roll your eyes, but “The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl,” because it was the first movie I remember seeing in theaters as a little kid, and “Starstruck,” which I watched on Disney Channel in a hotel with my little brother. Favorite television show: “Saved By the Bell” (excluding season five),

because my brother and I bingewatched the entire series on Netflix (back when Netflix was popping). Favorite musician: My dad has a beautiful voice that resonates in your soul. (The only issue is when I’m singing at home and he “Mariah Careys” the song by taking it over, clearly showing who is the dominant singer.) Go-to website: Twitter, definitely. If you know, you know. Essential app: Google Photos. I love taking pictures of everything because my memory isn’t the greatest, but my poor little iPhone 6 doesn’t have much storage (cough cough, Dad). Favorite home-cooked meals: My Aunt

John J. Bishop male Scholar-Athlete

Evan Moore

LINDEN GRADE-POINT AVG.: 3.62

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Sports played: Soccer (3 years), wrestling (2), tennis (1) Academic and leadership highlights: National Honor Society member; senior-class president; four-year student ambassador Athletic highlights: captain of soccer team College choice: Ohio State (anticipated major: biomedical engineering) Photo location: In front of the soccer nets on the football field at Linden McKinley. This location was chosen for its sentimental value to me, with the bonds and history our team made there. Home front: I live with my mom, Heather Schneiter, and her boyfriend, Jeff Sterlings, and I have three siblings. My older sister, Abbey Moore, is 25, my brother, Justin, is 20, and I

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH have a little sister, Zoe, who is 10. Favorite subject: Science is fascinating to me, primarily because you’ll find science in nearly everything that exists. Least-favorite subject: English. I never was one to read a book willingly — not due to any form of illiteracy, but mostly because it bores me. How I relax: When I want to relax, I hang with friends or just play video games. Prized possession: My family coat of arms, which has been passed through the family through generations. Favorite book: Despite not liking to read, I often find myself reading any Steven Erikson book, especially from the Malazan Book of the Fallen series. Its fantasy brings my imagination to

light. Favorite movies: I always find myself returning to any of the Marvel movies. I love superhero films; as a kid, I aspired to be a hero. Favorite television network: Cartoon Network, which I watched a lot during my childhood and which sparked some of my imagination. Favorite musician: Illenium would have to be my favorite composer. His music is simple and very chill, and I can relax when I listen to it. Go-to website: I often go onto Instagram to look at memes for my entertainment. It always brings a smile to my face. Essential app: I couldn’t do without Messenger, which is how I contact every person I know on my phone.

My cooking specialty: My favorite meal is a grilled chicken dish seasoned with spices. There aren’t any measurements, or set-in-stone ingredients, but it is always cooked perfectly, juicy and tasty. Favorite restaurant: I always love going to Culver’s. As a child, my family would go there after church nearly every time. The fries there are amazing. Guilty pleasure: Whenever I have a chance, I’ll buy myself some clementine-flavored Izze and relax. Proudest sports moment: It definitely is when my soccer team played our first playoff game on our home field. We won that night, as well. Sport I’d like to try someday: Golf seems very relaxing, yet there is a competitive side to it.

Story behind my uniform number: The No. 5 is a symbol of luck for me, which is why it stuck throughout my career. Favorite athlete: My teammate Ethan Griffin is an athlete who is proud of who he is and where he is. He is full of talent and is a great person all around. Inspiration: My coaches have worked to help me strive for greatness. They have done a lot for me to grow and develop. Person I’d like to meet: The astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. This man knows the sciences I’d like to learn about one day. Dream job: It would be ideal to be a doctor. The ability to assist in or to save lives would be amazing. Place I’d like to travel: I’d like to visit Japan, to see their engineering innovations, and to taste their foods. Something most people don’t know about me: I adapt to most situations quickly, which allows me to overcome most obstacles I face. Least-favorite household chore: I really don’t like any chores, but the one that wins above all is doing the dishes. It is a very time-consuming job. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: I’ve never been able to feel satisfied as a person. No matter what I try — sports, social life, work, cooking, etc. — I always end up bored and unsatisfied, as if I haven’t done anything or enough for others. Words to leave by: Stay true to yourself, never give up, and always be humble.

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Shayanna Hinkle-Moore

Deidre’s macaroni and cheese and my mom’s sweet-potato casserole. Favorite restaurant: The Original Pancake House — not IHOP — which is a breakfast chain that can be found literally everywhere in the United States except Columbus. Guilty pleasure: BuzzFeed Quizzes. Sometimes I need to know if candygurlxoxo492 can really guess my eye color based on my cupcake decisions. Favorite athlete: Basketball player Cheryl Miller was a force who refused to be outshone by her brother, Reggie. She helped make many advancements for women’s sports. Dream job: Honestly, I would love to be a marine biologist or study the flora and fauna in Hawaii, but I have a responsibility to improve my community and fight for those who can’t fight for themselves. My dream job is to work on behalf of the people on the city, state or national level. Place I’d like to travel: Any continent that has a beach. Africa, Asia, South America … actually, Australia might be a tad too dangerous, but anywhere that has a beach and good food. Something most people don’t know about me: I suffer from stage fright. Every time I step in front of a group to speak, I have second and third thoughts about why I put myself in that position. Least-favorite household chore: Cleaning the bathroom. I am super germaphobic about certain things, and the bathroom disgusts me. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: Cartwheels! I have been cursed as being the friend who is incapable of doing a cartwheel.

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First runner-up female Scholar-Athlete

Rachel Rinaldi

THOMAS WORTHINGTON GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.28

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Sports played: Field hockey (4 years), swimming (4), lacrosse (4) Academic highlights: Honors diploma recipient; National Honor Society member; scored 32 on ACT Athletic highlights: Two-time all-state and three-time state champion in field hockey; state-meet qualifier in swimming; all-region in lacrosse College choice: Ohio State (anticipated major: business) Photo location: On the Thomas Worthington turf surrounded by young athletes who inspire me. I have been an advocate for girls’ participation in sports through a program I started called Every Girl Can Play, which provides assistance to girls in financial need who want to participate in youth sports.

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH Home front: I live with my parents, Susan and Eric Rinaldi, and my 15year-old brother, AJ. We have two cats, Junior Mint and Gonzo, and a Boston Terrier, Wally, who thinks he’s a cat, too. Favorite subject: My ceramics class. I never was very good at art, but when I took my first ceramics class in sophomore year, I was hooked. Least-favorite subject: I sometimes struggle with English. I have an analytical brain, so math and science classes are easier for me. How I relax: I watch reality TV. Cooking and baking shows are my go-to favorites while sitting on the

couch with my mom. Prized possession: I’m not sure if he’s a possession, but my cat Junior Mint is my pride and joy. Every night he sleeps next to my pillow, purring. Favorite book: I really enjoyed “All the Light We Cannot See,” by Anthony Doerr. I like historical fiction, and this one had me on the edge of my seat. Favorite television show: “Parks and Recreation” is my all-time favorite. I’ve seen the entire series at least seven times, and it still makes me laugh. Favorite musician: I love almost every song by Bruno Mars, especially the old ones. Essential app: Snapchat. I love taking

pictures of friends and whatever we’re doing. It is especially fun when the app reminds you of the pictures you took last year “on this day.” Favorite home-cooked meal: My grandmother makes spaghetti before most of my big swim meets and games. She says it’s an acquired taste because she uses an old recipe that includes lots of fennel in the sauce. I definitely acquired the taste. My cooking specialty: I like to make my version of a Taco Bell crunchwrap (but better). It consists of beans, ground beef, cheese, corn and jalapenos sandwiched between two crunchy taco shells, all wrapped up in

a tortilla and grilled to perfection. Guilty pleasure: Every once in a while I’ll go to the Cheesecake Factory for a slice of banana cream cheesecake. It never disappoints. Proudest sports moment: When our field hockey team won our third consecutive state title my junior year. Sport I’d like to try someday: Rowing. I think the full-body strength and cardiovascular endurance required would be a fun challenge. Favorite athlete: Serena Williams is hands down one of the most talented athletes of all time and also a positive advocate for women. I think she is a great role model on and off the court. Person I’d like to meet: I wish I could have met my grandfather, Tony, on my dad’s side of the family. He passed away before I was born, but my dad told me he was a strong, hardworking man with great stories. Dream job: I would like to be a CEO one day, inspiring positive change throughout the work environment. Something most people don’t know about me: I’m a bit of a slob. I like to think that I am pretty organized but if you looked at my bedroom, you would never believe it. Least-favorite household chore: Cleaning the cat box. I love my two cats, but man, are they smelly. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: I’m an awful singer. This never prevents me from belting out my favorite songs. Words to leave by: “You must do the things you think you cannot do.” — Eleanor Roosevelt

White Castle focuses on empowerment As a family owned business celebrating its 98th year, White Castle has demonstrated a consistent commitment to community focused on making a difference in the lives of others. The iconic brand was founded in Wichita, Kan., in 1921, and then made its way to Columbus in 1934. From a community giving perspective, White Castle is focused on fulfilling its vision of “feeding the souls of Craver generations everywhere through its Castle Shares program,” said Jamie Richardson, vice president of White Castle. The effort is an initiative of community investment that is guided by a desire to “feed hunger, hopes and dreams.” One of White Castle’s biggest areas of support is a partnership with Autism Speaks, which is dedicated to promoting solutions for the needs of individuals with autism and their families through advocacy and support. White Castle has partnered with the organization for more than 10 years, and has helped raise more than $8 million in funding, primarily through an an-

nual fundraising campaign in its restaurants. In addition, White Castle has launched creative efforts, such as selling a collectible original slider scented candle designed by Laura Slatkin, the CEO of NEST Fragrances, as a way to raise funds for this charity. “The initial candle sold out in six days, and over the years, we’ve raised tens of thousands of dollars that we’ve been able to donate to Autism Speaks — and providing hard working Americans everywhere what they want and need — aroma therapy when they can’t get to the drive-through,” Richardson said. One thing is certain — when it comes to caring about community and families, White Castle is one family business that puts its money where its mouth is.

First runner-up male Scholar-Athlete

TEAYS VALLEY GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.79

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Sports played: Basketball (4 years), tennis (3), baseball (1) Academic highlights: Wendy’s High School Heisman winner; National Honor Society member Athletic highlights: First-team allleague in basketball and tennis; conference player of the year in basketball College choice: Mount Vernon Nazarene (anticipated major: secondary education) Photo location: I chose Village Chapel Church in Ashville. This place is significant to me because I am a Christian first and last and this has been my home church my entire life. Home front: I live with my parents, Kyle and Kellie Wolfe. My dad is an administrator in the Teays Valley school district and my mom is a mid-

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH dle-school technology teacher in the same district. My sister Madison, 22, is an English teacher in the Worthington school district. Favorite subject: Probably English, because there is so much symbolism to be found within literature. I also enjoy writing. Least-favorite subject: History. I love learning fun history facts outside of school, but it was quite painful to listen to lectures about history throughout high school. How I relax: I often find myself spending time with friends and family in a low-key environment. I enjoy playing cards, watching sports and simply fellowshipping with friends and family.

Prized possession: My Bible has every solution, answer and word I need when I am struggling, questioning or need guidance. Favorite book: Besides the Bible, my favorite is “Shaken,” by Tim Tebow, because it focuses on understanding who you are and whose you are. Favorite movie: “I Can Only Imagine,” because of the Christian message the movie is built upon. Favorite television show: “Criminal Minds.” The psychology involved in assessing criminal activity, I think it's fascinating. Favorite musician: I have many favorites but if I had to choose I would pick Lecrae. He presents the Gospel in his music through a way

that is appealing to young people. Go-to website: You will find anything you can imagine on Google and be able to increase your knowledge. Essential app: Messages Favorite home-cooked meal: Lasagna, prepared by my mother. My cooking specialty: Unfortunately, I do not cook very often if at all. Favorite restaurant: Olive Garden. Chicken alfredo is usually my go-to meal there. Proudest sports moment: When I scored my 1,000th career point in basketball. It came against Canal Winchester during my senior year. Sport I’d like to try someday: Lacrosse Story behind my uniform number:

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Ryan Wolfe

Coming into my freshman year, I wanted to continue the legacy of a former 1,000-point scorer, Tyler Primmer, by wearing his No. 35 throughout my high school career. And, as a freshman playing varsity basketball, there were not many choices left. Favorite athlete: LeBron James. I have tried to mimic his style of play on the basketball court, and he also gives a lot back to the community. Inspiration: Tim Tebow Person I’d like to meet: Jon Gordon, the author and motivational speaker, because he is so motivational and through everything he does, he keeps his focus on Christ. Dream job: To work for ESPN, commentating on college basketball games. Place I’d like to travel: Israel. I would love to be able to walk the same places Jesus walked. I think it would bring me even closer to Him. Everyone who has been says that the Bible really comes to life when you visit the Holy Land. Something most people don’t know about me: I am a homebody. I enjoy being at home and relaxing with family. Least-favorite household chore: Washing dishes. I really don’t like to have my hands in water that has other things floating in it! Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: My golf swing. Words to leave by: “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit; rather, in humility, value others above yourself.” — Philippians 2:3

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Second runner-up female Scholar-Athlete

COLUMBUS SCHOOL FOR GIRLS GRADE-POINT AVG.: 3.82

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Sports played: Swimming (4 years), track (4) Academic highlights: Two-time first academic honors recipient; OHSAA Leadership Conference member; scored 32 on ACT Athletic highlights: State-meet medal winner in swimming and track College choice: Washington University (anticipated major: psychology) Photo location: CSG’s Kirk Campus, where I’ve been running since elementary school and where I fell in love with the sport. Home front: I am the only child of Rob and Jami Dewolf, and we have an 8-year-old dachshund, Greta. Favorite subject: English. I love discussing books, essays, poems, etc. I

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH like that there’s no “right answer” to what a piece of writing is supposed to say to you. Least-favorite subject: Math makes me want to cry. There is no human element to math. It doesn’t care how hard you’re trying. Math is unforgiving. Cold. Ruthless. How I relax: I enjoy playing piano and guitar, so if I need a quick break from studying, I’ll play a few songs. Prized possession: I’m pretty attached to my Hydro Flask water bottle. It goes everywhere with me: school, practice, grocery shopping and sometimes in restaurants . Favorite books: “To Kill A Mockingbird” is one of my favorite

classics because I’ve always been able to visualize it so clearly in my mind. When I read it, I feel like I’m there. Favorite movies: I’m a sucker for inspirational sports movies; “Miracle,” “42,” “Moneyball” and “Race” are favorites. I also love watching “Chef” and“Caddyshack” with my dad. Favorite television shows: I really got into “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” when it came out, but “The Office,” “Friends” and “Seinfeld” are my goto staples. I’m also an unabashed “Grey’s Anatomy” fan. Favorite musician: Billy Joel. His stylistic variety amazes me. Go-to websites: BuzzFeed is great for a laugh, but I also subscribe to a daily

email service called theSkimm that highlights major stories circulating and gives a quick summary of each. Essential app: I use my Reminders app every single day. I can hardly remember anything that isn’t written down. Favorite home-cooked meal: Pasta aglio e olio, made by my dad. It’s one of the dishes from “Chef.” My cooking specialty: I make a mean panini. Ask any member of the CSG senior class who makes the best paninis at lunch, and they’ll point you in my direction. Favorite restaurants: Chuy’s Tex-Mex and Aab India Restaurant are a couple of my favorites. And the smoked

Second runner-up male Scholar-Athlete

Paul Collier HEATH GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.0

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Sports played: Cross country (4 years), track (4) Academic highlights: AP Scholar with Honor; class salutatorian; scored 32 on ACT Athletic highlights: State-meet qualifier and first-team all-state and allregion in cross country College choice: Washington & Jefferson (anticipated major: economic development) Photo location: I chose Watkins Memorial’s cross country course because it’s where we won our first league championship in 29 years and our first district championship in 24 years when I was a freshman. It’s where we’ve won our three league championships since and two of our three district championships. Home front: I live with my father, Mark Collier, the Heath football

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH coach; my 16-year-old sister, Adrienne, who runs cross country and track as well; and our morkie, Gizmo. Favorite subject: I’ve always enjoyed history. I love reading about people and what made them who they are and how they affected the world around them, especially in politics. If you think politics can get ugly today, read some about the fathers of our country. Least-favorite subject: I never liked art because I have absolutely no ability to draw. How I relax: I have a game on my phone called DragonVale in which you raise dragons at a park. They’re really cute, and it’s an easy thing to do. Prized possession: I have a bullet that was fired in the Battle of Gettysburg that a math teacher gave to me. Favorite book: “One Flew Over The

Cuckoo’s Nest,” by Ken Kesey. The material is dark, but its message about societal structure and individualism is compelling. Favorite movie: “The Green Mile” has a weird twist of sadness, hopefulness and fear that makes it hard to not be invested in, and the plot is creative. Favorite television show: “Game of Thrones.” I wanted Cersei to win, though, so it didn’t end well for me. Favorite musician: Ariana Grande. I liked the album “Sweetener,” and there’s a story about my sister and I listening to her music before my sister won her first-ever cross country race, so her music means a lot to both of us. Go-to website: Probably YouTube. I watch Matthew Santoro and Crash Course a lot to learn all sorts of interesting information.

Essential app: I use Twitter to stay informed, find memes, and it’s my social media account with the most traffic, so I like to keep it around. Favorite home-cooked meal: I don’t necessarily have a favorite meal, but I like cooked pineapple slices that we have at Thanksgiving. My cooking specialty: I’m great at making tacos. Favorite restaurant: There’s a place in Newark called Yesterday’s Pub that’s decorated with historical trinkets from the 20th century. I enjoy its aesthetic. Guilty pleasure: I could sit down and eat 30 chocolate-chip cookies at a time if I wanted to. I plan on doing that after track season is over. Sport I’d like to try someday: I can’t swim at all, so it’d be fun to try to join a swim team so I can learn how.

Favorite athlete: Matthew Dellavedova of the Cleveland Cavaliers may never be an all-star-level player but he is a key piece of every team he’s on. Person I’d like to meet: Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, a general from the Civil War. I give him credit for preserving the Union at the Battle of Gettysburg, and his life was interesting — from his joining the military to becoming a general to becoming the president of Bowdoin College to becoming governor of Maine. Dream job: To be a U.S. senator. I’ve followed politics closely for a few years now, and it’d be awesome to have some sort of direct influence over what our legislative branch is doing. Place I’d like to travel: I’d like to spend a week hiking. I think mountains are pretty to look at, and it’s calming to spend time in nature, away from everything. Something most people don’t know about me: I used to be able to rap every word of “Super Bass,” by Nicki Minaj. Least-favorite household chore: I cannot stand mowing. I tried it once, and I never want to do it again. I’m allergic to pollen and grass, and it’s hot most of the time you have to mow, so the whole experience is unenjoyable. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: I do not pronounce the word emergency correctly. I always make the “er” sound like “ar,” and I cannot get myself to stop. Words to leave by: My favorite quote comes from a Sofi Tukker song called “Benadryl.” It doesn’t really apply to my life, but I think it’s really creative: “I lost my sanity with my socks: one at a time; I barely noticed.”

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Emily Dewolf

gouda tater tots at Ocean Club are always something I look forward to when we go out for special occasions. Guilty pleasure: A Buckeye Madness Whitser from Whit’s Frozen Custard. Favorite athlete: I’m a big fan of Sydney McLaughlin. She’s an incredible hurdler, and I admire the way she carries herself on and off the track. Inspiration: Missy Franklin, for her swimming talents as well as her attitude and outlook on life. Person I’d like to meet: Jesus. I have questions. Dream job: In middle school, I told everyone that I would move to Hawaii and become a pineapple farmer. It looks like that won’t be my main career but I’m not counting it out. Place I’d like to travel: Australia! I love snorkeling and have surfed four or five times, so I’d love to try it there. Something most people don’t know about me: In the words of Michael Scott, “I’m not superstitious, but I am a little stitious.” Whenever anyone mentions states during track season, I have to knock on wood. Least-favorite household chore: When I was young my dad would make me pick up twigs and tree branches that had fallen into the yard before he cut the grass. I cried on multiple occasions because it made my back sore and it was hot outside. I’ve toughened up a little since then. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: I don’t understand how people swim breast stroke and go fast. Words to leave by: “Sometimes you gotta risk it to get the biscuit.”

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Third runner-up female Scholar-Athlete

Rachel McLoughlin VILLAGE ACADEMY GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.34

$3,000

Wolfe Associates

Sports played: Soccer (4 years), basketball (4), cross country (3) Academic highlights: AP Scholar with Distinction; Honda-Ohio State STEM award winner; scored 35 on ACT Athletic highlights: Second-team alldistrict in basketball; Wendy’s High School Heisman winner College choice: University of Pittsburgh (anticipated majors: biomedical engineering, physical therapy) Photo location: Liberty Park in Powell, where I played my first-ever soccer game. I remember my silver jersey and rainbow ball, and my dad and his friend coaching us. Home front: My family consists of my mom, Tammie; my dad, Tom; and my twin brothers, Sean and Ryan, who are 22 and pursuing engineering

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH degrees at the University of Michigan. Favorite subject: Mock trial, which uses scientific reasoning but allows for creativity in forming arguments and engaging the audience. My soccer coach is the teacher, and he introduced the quote that serves as our class motto: “If you argue correctly, you’re never wrong!” Least-favorite subject: AP Composition probably gave me the most trouble. Although my writing improved, I often had writer’s block and found myself pondering what to write at midnight the night before my essay drafts were due. How I relax: Playing soccer allows me to shut out my outside sources of stress. The fast pace requires constant

thinking about where to be on the field, the next pass, who needs to be marked, etc. There’s no time to think about anything but the game. Prized possession: I’m not big on material possessions, but I treasure my Neymar soccer jersey, given to me by one of my best friends. Favorite book: “The Kite Runner,” by Khaled Hosseini. I don’t cry easily (in fact, I’ve finished soccer games with a broken wrist and a broken nose, but no tears). But this book brought me to tears again and again. Favorite movie: “She’s the Man.” I relate on a high level to Viola’s struggles, as I played on the boys varsity soccer team throughout high school. Favorite television show: “Modern

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Family” never fails to make me laugh. Favorite musician: My favorite artist changes about every week. Right now it’s Khalid! He has a song for every mood and occasion. Go-to website: Khan Academy has been one of my most visited pages since my AP physics and calculus teacher introduced it to us my sophomore year. Favorite home-cooked meal: My mom prepares a lot of good dishes, but whenever I come home from school and smell chicken paprikash and spaetzli, it puts a smile on my face! My cooking specialty: I bake all kinds of Christmas cookies every winter, and they disappear quickly. Favorite restaurant: Nothing beats

Condado tacos. I love the ability to create my own tacos and experiment with new ingredients. Guilty pleasure: I celebrate special occasions with Nothing Bundt Cakes. They’re just the right amount of sweet. But I discovered that one of my teammates works at this store, so I’m in danger of visiting too often! Proudest sports moment: One of our school’s big rivals is Tree of Life. The final time playing basketball against them, we won by 11, and I scored 40 points to tie my school’s single-game record. The jubilation in the locker room was unlike any other. Sport I’d like to try someday: Call me crazy, but I’ve always wanted to play football. I don’t have the size, but the lack of restriction in tackling and running with the ball would be fun because I’ve been known to get into foul trouble in basketball. Dream job: I hope to develop improved treatment methods and shorten recovery times for injured athletes — specifically those with knee injuries. Meeting professional athletes would come as a perk. Place I’d like to travel: I’d love to do a “soccer tour” of Europe and see the stadiums that house my favorite teams and players. Least-favorite household chore: Cleaning my room. I always have uniforms and sports equipment lying around. When things get busy, straightening up falls to the bottom of my priority list. Words to leave by: “Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” — Pelé

Third runner-up male Scholar-Athlete

PICKERINGTON NORTH GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.53

$3,000

Wolfe Associates

Sports played: Tennis (4 years), cross country (4) Academic highlights: Top 10 in senior class; STEM honors diploma recipient; scored 32 on ACT Athletic highlights: Two-time firstteam all-league in tennis; league champions in tennis College choice: Youngstown State (anticipated major: biology/pre-med) Photo location: The tennis courts at Lakeview Junior High, where I first played competitive tennis and near the location of my first cross country race. Home front: My dad is Srinivasa Rao Brahmandam, and my mom is Aruna, and I have three older sisters: Sravya is 29 years old, Sruti is 26 (they’re both doctors), and Sreya is 21.

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH Favorite subject: STEM course work — different classes in biomedical innovations and practice. It was the class where I learned I wanted to go into the health-care industry and the one that exposed me to so many avenues in science. Least-favorite subject: English. I was never the best at writing a paper or fixing grammar mistakes. but its challenge made me more determined to work harder to improve my skills. How I relax: I read a book or work out to clear my head. I also hang out with my sisters and play board games. Prized possession: A teddy bear my parents gave me for my fourth birth-

day. The bear used to be larger than me and it reminds me of a home full of love and laughter. Favorite books: The Harry Potter series provided me an escape when I got stressed and made me fall in love with reading. Favorite movie: “Inception” combines my love for science fiction, espionage and action sequences to create a complex, layered masterpiece. Favorite musician: Justin Timberlake is a triple threat: He can sing, dance and act. I also grew up listening to him when he was in NSync. Go-to website: ESPN and Yahoo help me obtain sports and world news.

Essential app: Camera/photo editing. Favorite home-cooked meal: Mango dal, an Indian dish prepared by mom. The spices and flavor makes my mouth watery. My cooking specialty: I am an excellent chef, but my specialty is homemade pizza topped full with vegetables! Favorite restaurant meal: Eggplant parmesan at Olive Garden. Guilty pleasure: Building miniature Lego models. Proudest sports moment: Winning the Ohio Capital Conference team tennis championship and winning the league in doubles.

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Balakrishna Brahmandam

Sport I’d like to try someday: I’d like to learn to be a better cricket player. Favorite athlete: Roger Federer is an incredibly talented player who made tennis relevant. Beyond athleticism, however, is his humility, commitment to serve his fans, the public and his family. Inspiration: My family. My parents left their families and friends for a higher education so that they can provide a better life for my siblings and me. They taught me to to push boundaries to become the best version of myself. And my sisters are with me in every step of my life supporting me, guiding me and cheering me up. Person I’d like to meet: I’d like to have met Albert Einstein to learn how he approached riddles and problems to obtain the solutions even when it seemed impossible. Dream job: Working as an orthopedic surgeon in an underserved area. I would be able to combine my passion for science, sports and service. Place I’d like to travel: Europe, specifically London, where I could watch Wimbledon. Something most people don’t know about me: I am a second-degree black belt in taekwondo. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: Solve a Rubik’s Cube. However, one day I will solve it without any hints. Words to leave by: “Life is a song — sing it. Life is a game — play it. Life is a challenge — meet it. Life is a dream — realize it. Life is a sacrifice — offer it. Life is love — enjoy it.” — Sri Sathya Sai Baba

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Warren B. Sneed Memorial Scholar-Athlete

Valerie Keller DELAWARE GRADE-POINT AVG.: 3.8

$3,000

The Sneed Family

Sports played: Swimming (4 years), cross country (2) Academic highlights: Distinguished Honor Roll recipient; Wendy’s High School Heisman winner; scored 29 on ACT Athletic highlights: Four-time statemeet participant in swimming College choice: Ohio State (anticipated major: health science) Photo location: On the dock at Alum Creek where I compete for my club rowing team, Arch City. Every time I push off of this dock, I learn something about myself, the sport of rowing and working with others. In this sport, you row in one direction but moving backward. You cannot see where you are going, so you have to trust your teammates.

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH Home front: I live with my mom, Catherine, who is a first-grade teacher in Delaware; my dad, Mark, who works for the Wendy’s company; and my two sisters, Meredith, 16, and Paige, 11. Favorite subject: Orchestra. We get to perform in concerts and competitions throughout the year with amazing people. I have been a part of the strings program since fourth grade. Least-favorite subject: AP Chemistry was my most challenging class, but it showed me that I am where I belong, in the science field. My teacher pushed us, had high expectations and a great sense of humor. How I relax: Yoga helps me relieve stress and find balance in my life. The 10 minutes at the end where you are

not supposed to think of anything is tough for me because my mind is always going! Prized possession: My health. Every day I am thankful that I am healthy, and I don’t take a single day for granted. Favorite book: “The Great Gatsby,” by F. Scott Fitzgerald, because it combines history and adventure. Favorite movie: I absolutely love “Divergent.” The strength Tris shows is amazing. She shows that women can do anything. Favorite television show: I don’t watch much TV, but I do cheer on the Buckeyes! I also loved “Downton Abbey” when it was on and I catch “The Office” and “Parks and Recreation” in my free time.

Favorite musician: Lorde is ahead of her time. I saw her in concert twice and think she seems like a smart, hardworking, unique and talented person. Go-to websites: I have multiple: anything about the Buckeyes, rowing, Ticketmaster for concerts and Glossier, my favorite makeup brand. Favorite home-cooked meal: My mom makes the best chicken enchiladas! My cooking specialty: I learned how to make chicken fried rice in my school’s cooking club. It’s super easy, quick, and tastes delicious! Favorite restaurant: Texas Roadhouse, especially the rolls with cinnamon butter. Guilty pleasure: Macarons from the North Market. They are delicious and

small so you don’t feel guilty eating a few. Proudest sports moments: Qualifying for states with my Delaware team all four years of high school, and my first rowing race, in Toledo. The energy at both events was so lively. Sport I’d like to try someday: I think it would be fun to try pointe ballet. It would help me be more graceful. Favorite athlete: Anna Goodale won a gold medal in rowing at the 2008 Beijing Olympics in the women’s eight. She will be one of my rowing coaches next year! Inspiration: My mom is never jealous of anyone and teaches us that we are no better than anyone else. She is always in a happy mood and with my dad helps our family have a sense of humor through stressful moments. Person I’d like to meet: I wish I could’ve met Marie Curie. The work she did for science was revolutionary. Dream job: I want to be a physician’s assistant specializing in pediatrics. Place I’d like to travel: It would be fun to visit Thailand. Something most people don’t know about me: I can say the alphabet backwards. Least-favorite household chore: I don’t really have one – I love to clean. Decluttering is my favorite thing to do around the house. I love having neat and organized spaces. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: Vibrato on my viola is something I have tried many times, but I cannot get it right no matter how hard I practice. Words to leave by: “Let your passion fuel your purpose!”

Battelle STEM Award

Jared Tomlinson CANAL WINCHESTER GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.15

$2,500 Battelle Institute

Sports played: Cross country (4 years), track (3), swimming (2) Academic highlights: National Merit Letter of Commendation recipient; National Honor Society member; scored 35 on ACT Athletic highlights: Second-team allleague in cross country College choice: University of Akron (anticipated major: computer information science) Photo location: At the Bergstresser covered bridge in Canal Winchester, where I led my Eagle Scout community service project. Home front: My parents are Susie and Jeff Tomlinson, and I have two brothers: Jimmy is 28, and Jay is 17. Favorite subject: Computer science because I’ve always been curious

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH about computers — and I’ve heard the pay is good, too. Least-favorite subject: English, specifically narrative writing. I don’t have the imagination to make up stories, and my own life is boring to write about. How I relax: I like to drive my car at “reasonable” speeds on country roads. Or I work on my car in my driveway. I also like to play video games with my friends. Prized possession: My car: a darkblue, 2005 Subaru Legacy 5-speed turbo that I like to pretend is my own personal race car. It’s a way for me to

express myself, relax and have fun, all at the same time. Favorite book: I’m going to be honest and say I do not enjoy reading much, so I really only read books for class. However, in middle school I enjoyed the Legend series, by Marie Lu. Favorite movie: “Baby Driver” has cool cars, good driving and good music. And who doesn’t love a good bank heist movie? Favorite television show: I know “Lost” is older, but I just watched it from beginning to end, and it’s my new favorite, right above “The Office.”

Favorite musician: I don’t like to pick favorites because I listen to a variety of different music, from rock to electronic. Go-to website: YouTube. The amount of information or entertainment I can find is unmatched by any other website. My cooking specialty: I don’t cook much, but I make great coffee — hot or iced. Favorite restaurant: Raising Cane’s. Whenever I’m with my friends out having a good time, it is our tradition to get Cane’s whenever we stop to eat. Guilty pleasure: Spending far too much money on a car built in 2005.

Battelle: Innovation in Ohio. Innovation for the World For 90 years, the name “Battelle” has been synonymous with continuous learning, excellence and teamwork. Those traits aren’t just useful in the classroom and on the playing field; they’re put to use every day in Battelle laboratories, where researchers work to solve the world’s most difficult challenges. At Battelle, employees are known as “Solvers.” No matter their role – scientist, engineer, finance manager, human resources partner, attorney or facility operator – every Battelle Solver is part of a team that strives for the most innovative solutions to make our world safer and healthier. You can find Battelle’s Solvers throughout central Ohio at sporting events, community functions and more, even if you may not know it. For Battelle President and CEO Lou Von Thaer, having Solvers in the community is a source of pride. Battelle was founded on the belief that science and technology breakthroughs

improve people’s lives and they take that mission a step further by ensuring that a significant amount of the company’s profits are reinvested in the community through philanthropic contributions, with a focus on improving education. As a way to give back to the communities of their Solvers, Battelle’s involvement in the central Ohio Scholar Athlete Awards is a perfect fit. “Battelle is proud to call Central Ohio home and to be part of the fabric of the community,” Von Thaer said. “Many of Battelle’s employees were born and raised in Ohio, and we hope the young people being honored with these awards might consider a future career with Battelle and continuing the proud tradition of creating innovations for the betterment of society.” But Battelle’s impact doesn’t come only from its community contributions. As the world’s largest independent research and development company, Battelle designs and manufactures

“Many of Battelle’s employees were born and raised in Ohio, and we hope the young people being honored with these awards might consider a future career with Battelle.” — Lou Von Thaer, President & CEO, Battelle products and delivers critical services for government agencies and commercial businesses. The company has a proven history of breakthroughs in health, energy, environment, agribusiness and national security, and also is known for its role in managing national laboratories for the United States government. A proud independent company, Battelle has remained

relevant by innovating and finding creative solutions to new issues, helping make strides in neuroscience, climate research andymicroelectronics. Battelle is helping research the human brain’s interface with computers to help patients with spinal-

cord injuries, has completed construction of the National Ecological Observatory Network to help scientists understand climate change at the continental scale and is working to make embedded microelectronics safer from malware and other threats.

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Proudest sports moment: Running sub-18 minutes for the first time in a 5K during a night race, when I actually thought I was running terribly. Sport I’d like to try someday: Tennis. I have a few friends who play, and it seems like a great time. Inspiration: Over the years, I’ve learned that my dad knows a little bit of everything, from Excel spreadsheets to rebuilding lawn-mower engines. And no matter what he is doing, he makes sure that it is done right and to the best of his ability. Person I’d like to meet: Elon Musk. Everything about his life is impressive, and he seems to have a great sense of humor, at least based on Twitter. Dream job: I want to be a network engineer. I have a real love for designing things, and this job combines that love with my curiosity for computers. Place I’d like to travel: I’d love to visit Switzerland. Many of my friends were able to go there for a school trip, and they made me jealous with all of their great stories. Something most people don’t know about me: I can solve a Rubik’s Cube in less than a minute. (It’s usually longer, but I’ve done it, I swear). Least-favorite household chore: Putting away laundry just makes me miserable for some reason. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: Getting up on time in the morning. I either oversleep or get up earlier than I need to. It’s never quite right. Words to leave by: Many sports teams are described as a family, but distance runners have a bond that I’ve never seen in another sport.

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OhioHealth Perseverance Award

CANAL WINCHESTER GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.07

$2,500 Ohio Health Sports played: Soccer (4 years) Academic highlights: National Honor Society member; certificate of excellence award winner College choice: Ohio Wesleyan (anticipated major: exercise science) Photo location: The BrockStrong rock at my high school. Growing up, I was friends with Brock Johnson, who battled an autoimmune disease beginning when he was 5 years old. After losing him at age 14, I believe he is always looking out for me. Home front: I have a loving and supporting family: My mom, Tiah, my dad, Jason, and my younger brother, Jacob (age 15). Favorite subject: Math. The satisfaction of solving a hard problem, which may have taken all of class time to do, is one of the best feelings in the world.

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH Least-favorite subject: English. The points I have been deducted for missing a comma makes it easy to put this subject at the bottom of my list. How I relax: First, I make a warm bath. Second, I play my relaxing music playlist (it would put anyone to sleep in an instant). Third, I add a bath bomb. Finally, I relax. Prized possession: The Golden Boot award I won at a soccer camp for scoring the most goals. Yes, this “Golden Boot” is really an old soccer cleat painted gold, but winning it meant a lot because my younger brother got the same award for boys. Favorite book: The Harry Potter series, specifically “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets.” The wizarding

world allows me to be as creative and imaginative like when I was a child. Favorite movie: “The Nightmare Before Christmas.” Some might question this weird choice, but I find the creepy characters to be cute. Also, the songs are catchy, as I might know every single lyric. Favorite television show: “Friends.” If you haven’t seen an episode, I highly recommend season 5, episode 17. “They don’t know that we know they know we know.” Favorite musician: Bruno Mars’ voice is so smooth, and I haven’t heard a song of his that I dislike. Go-to website: YouTube. Not only can I find entertaining content, but I love watching videos that provide helpful

strategies I can use in everyday life. Essential app: Quizlet. Those who didn’t use this app in high school had better get it for college. Favorite home-cooked meal: Lasagna, made by my mom. If we were letting my dad cook, it would end up being a burnt mess! My cooking specialty: I make a pretty mean batch of cupcakes. Favorite restaurant: Olive Garden. Everyone can agree when I say that their breadsticks are the best. I also know that half of you reading this have taken their breadsticks to go. Guilty pleasure: Watching a Netflix show back-to-back for an entire day while eating ice cream. Proudest sports moment: In my soph-

Sports medicine programs play vital role in high school sports As high school sports have evolved into major programs that rival those at some colleges, the presence of a sports medicine team of physicians and athletic trainers at the game and on the practice field has never been more important. When an injury occurs, the sports medicine team is who parents, coaches and players rely on to ensure an athlete receives the proper treatment and a return-to-play protocol that gets him or her back on the field without further injury. OhioHealth Sports Medicine has been providing this critical support to area high schools, colleges, universities and professional sports teams for more than a decade. But treating injuries is just one part of OhioHealth Sports Medicine’s focus. The team also provides specialized programs that focus on improving safety and maximizing physical and mental performance. These specialty programs include OhioHealth’s athletic cardiac screenings, pre-participation heart screenings for athletes 14 and older that test for underlying heart conditions that could put them at risk for sudden cardiac death. A concussion management program, run by specially trained physicians and athlete trainers, utilizes

the most current research and best practices to manage these serious brain injuries. This includes baseline ImPACT® neurocognitive assessments used by the National Football League and Major League Baseball to determine an athlete’s brain function before and after a concussion that enable doctors to uncover cognitive deficits. OhioHealth athletic trainers and physical therapists also work with

a physician to thoroughly evaluate and assess a concussed athlete’s condition and create a personalized returnto-school and return-to-play protocol to keep them excelling on the field and in the classroom. OhioHealth provides a sports psychology program because getting and maintaining the right mindset can make all the difference in athletic success. This program helps players,

coaches and teams overcome psychological barriers, build confidence and optimize mental performance. The sports medicine team also provides sports nutrition counseling that helps athletes understand how an optimal eating plan can maximize performance while a custom athletic performance exercise program called APEX, designed for student athletes, enhance movements specific to a sport through a customized strength and condition program. By bringing together this multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, sports nutritionists, sports psychologists, physical therapists, sports medicine physicians and athletic trainers, the OhioHealth Sports Medicine team focuses on all areas of a player’s health and performance so they can make the most of their high school playing careers and minimize their risk of injury. OhioHealth Sports Medicine provides over 150 athletic trainers and physicians to more than 50 high schools, nine colleges and universities as well as the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Columbus Crew.

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Ella Cressy

omore year at Lancaster, the score was tied with only a minute or two to go. We got a corner kick, and I scored a goal on a header. My whole team surrounded me in celebration. Sport I’d like to try someday: Swimming. I’ve always loved going to the pool with my friends and watching Team USA swim in the Olympics. Favorite athlete: Brazilian soccer player Pelé is my favorite. His dribbling, passes and other skills blow me away. He was a big inspiration to aspiring young athletes. Inspiration: My friend Brock Johnson taught me to never stop believing in myself and to follow my dreams no matter what obstacle I encounter. Person I’d like to meet: Being able to kick around with Lionel Messi and ultimately get embarrassed when I try to pull a move on him and he takes the ball away with ease is a dream of mine. Dream job: I’ve always dreamed of doing something with sports and physical therapy. If that doesn’t work out, I’d love to be a food critic. Place I’d like to travel: All around the world. If I had to pick one place, I would pick the black-sand beaches in Tahiti. My grandparents constantly talk about the time they went to Tahiti, and I can’t help but get a little jealous. Something most people don’t know about me: I got my cat, Rainbow, for my fifth birthday and named her that because it was my favorite color at the time. It is ironic because she is actually gray and white. Least-favorite household chore: So many choices, but if I had to pick one, I’d choose laundry. Being a studentathlete means having more jerseys and practice outfits to be washed.

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Atlas Butler Strength in Service Award

Christina Himes WESTERVILLE SOUTH GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.79

$2,500 Atlas Butler

Sports played: Soccer (4 years), track (1) Academic highlights: Four-year high honor roll; scored 34 on ACT Athletic highlights: Special-mention all-league in soccer Service highlights: More than 250 hours of volunteer service for, among others, OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Special Olympics and food pantries. College choice: Ohio State (anticipated major: pharmaceutical sciences) Photo location: I chose Newport Music Hall because I spend a lot of time there. Although I am not musically gifted, music is a big part of my life. Some of my favorite nights have taken place at Newport. Home front: My parents, Cliff and

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH Joyce. I have two older brothers: Joshua is 22, and Jason is 20. Favorite subject: Biology. I love biology because it answers all of our questions about our nature as humans. Least-favorite subject: Physics is a stressful subject, which is funny because I love every other science and consider myself good at math. How I relax: I make a cup of green tea, curl up under a blanket on the couch, and put in my earbuds to listen to music. When that doesn’t work, I like to pop bubble wrap. Prized possession: My driver’s license. I love going on road trips with friends, and I love driving at night with the

windows down and the music up. Favorite book: “Code Name Verity,” by Elizabeth Wein, made me feel all types of emotions: I cried, I laughed, I gasped. The female characters are strong, and I like how they feel real. Favorite movie: I grew up with weekly family movie nights, so I think of myself as an avid movie watcher. One of my favorite series is “Transformers.” Favorite television shows: One way to procrastinate is to watch Netflix. I love shows that make me laugh, so my favorites include “Derry Girls,” “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” “The Office” and “New Girl.” Favorite musicians: This is brutal;

there is no way I can choose only one band among thousands. I will say that some of my favorites include Hippo Campus, Glass Animals, Billie Eilish, Lana Del Rey, the Beatles, Conan Gray, The Neighbourhood and Rex Orange County. Go-to website: Twitter is my go-to app for anything and everything and always has what I need. Favorite home-cooked meal: Spaghetti, prepared by my mom. She makes it perfect every time. My cooking specialty: I make a mean peanut butter and pickle sandwich. It sounds gross, but it combines my two favorite foods: pickles and peanut

butter. Favorite restaurant meal: Cheese pizza at Mikey’s Late Night Slice. Nothing is better than stuffing your face with pizza after a concert. Of course, the pizza would not be complete without a Coke to drink. Guilty pleasure: There is not a problem in the world that a banana milkshake can’t fix. Sport I’d like to try someday: I’d like to learn how to snowboard and go down a halfpipe. Every year I watch the X-Games and am always amazed at the snowboarders’ talents. I don’t think anything could be better than flipping through the air in the snow. Favorite athlete: Probably Ali Krieger. I grew up watching her play on the USWNT, and she was easily one of my biggest role models. Dream job: The specifics always change, but I know I want to work in the pharmaceutical industry focusing on drug discovery. Places I’d like to travel: I would travel anywhere in the world. I prefer cities over beaches, but anywhere is fun. My bucket list includes Spain, northern Italy, Switzerland, Amsterdam and New Zealand. However, I’m a little scared to go to New Zealand because I heard they have big spiders. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: I have never been able to successfully paint my nails. It looks like a 2-year-old did it. This is one reason my nails are never painted. Words to leave by: “All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make, the better.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson

Atlas Butler: Community is our family Atlas Butler Heating & Cooling has been family owned for the past four generations. Living and working in the central Ohio area for such a long period of time, it’s a natural that the company and its employees are enmeshed in the community. And giving back to and investing in the community — as a family and as a company — is something that was instilled early on. Over the years that commitment to community has taken on different forms — from giving financially to serving on non-profit boards to partnering in events with the Cancer Support Community. Whatever the manner or level of involvement, Atlas Butler is all about lifting up people — and their families — so that they, too, are able to give back to and provide leadership in the communities which they live and work. “It’s where we and our families live,” said Mark Swepston, owner of Atlas Butler and the third generation of Swepston’s to carry on the legacy that was started back in 1921, when his grandfather founded the business. “Anything we can do to make

Our Strength in Service award recognizes students who went above and beyond — and who took the initiative upon themselves — to make their own community a better place.” — Mark Swepston, owner Atlas Butler Emily Clubb and Mark Swepston at the 2018 Scholar Athlete Awards Banquet. Clubb, a senior at Canal Winchester High School, was the 2018 recipient of the Atlas Butler Strength In Service Award and a $2,500 scholarship.

it a better place to live is part of life.” A few years ago, Atlas Butler decided to join The Columbus Dispatch and The Motorists Insurance Group in supporting rising scholar athletes as part of the Scholar Athlete Awards that are presented each year in the spring to honor outstanding student athletes in the Greater Columbus area. “It’s always been a part of our company culture,” Swepston said. “We’ve been

around for a long time, and we’ve seen the difference it can make to invest in young people. We place a high value on education and the importance it has in shaping a community — to be able to strengthen it and improve upon it. What better way to do that than to support high school students going out into the world who can also make a difference?” “At the core it comes down to recognizing and supporting up-and-coming students,”

Swepston said. This year, the Scholar Athlete Awards was held June 6 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. The company gave out the Atlas Butler Strength in Service Award, as well as a $2,500 scholarship to the scholar athlete who, in addition to being an exemplary student athlete, made a difference in the community by volunteering or raising money for a particular cause or organization. “Our participation is to sponsor a community service leadership role,” Swepston said. “We want to emphasize

to these young leaders that participating in the community to help others with their tremendous talents is a top priority.” “The Scholar Athlete fits in perfectly with what we stand for, especially since it has the academic component to it. Our Strength in Service award recognizes students who went above and beyond — and who took the initiative upon themselves — to make their own community a better place,” Swepston said. While technological advances over the years may have changed the way the company does business, Atlas Butler’s commitment to its employees as well as the community in which it does business has remained the same. “The company has not forgotten its local roots, nor what it means to give back to the community,” said Swepston, whose son, Michael, also works for the company making him the fourth generation to participate in the tradition. Atlas Butler, with headquarters on the northeast side of Columbus and 145 employees, is the largest residential heating and cooling company in Greater Columbus.

Honorable mention female Scholar-Athlete

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Sports played: Cross country (4 years), track (4) Academic highlights: National Merit Commended Scholar; AP Scholar with Distinction; scored 35 on ACT Athletic highlights: Regional-meet qualifier in cross country and track College choice: Notre Dame (anticipated major: biochemistry) Photo location: I always reward myself with ice cream after hard races or runs, and also went to the Graeter’s on Lane Avenue after exams in high school. My favorite flavor is chocolate chip cookie dough. Home front: My mom is Kathleen, and my dad is Eric, and I have two brothers: Eric is 20, and Patrick is 13. We have two cats, Maverick and Baby. Favorite subject: Physiology, because

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH it related what I learned from biology class to my own body. Least-favorite subject: History, because it feels like I’m just memorizing facts. How I relax: I sleep or run. Prized possession: My GPS watch. I use it every day to track my runs. Favorite book: “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks,” by Rebecca Skloot. It shows both the biology of her curative cells as well as the social issues of the time period. Favorite movie: “Crazy Rich Asians,” because it’s funny. Favorite television show: “Gilmore Girls.” I relate to both Rory and Lorelai.

Favorite musician: Adele. I really like her voice and how she can pull off slow and fast songs. Go-to website: I go to NPR for information because I feel like it is overall unbiased. Essential app: Messages. I send and receive hundreds of text messages a day. My friends know this is the best way to contact me. I rarely answer the phone! My cooking specialty: Tacos, especially the homemade guacamole. Favorite restaurant meal: I love the Buddha Bowl from Northstar Café. Guilty pleasure: It is hard not to eat a whole batch of brownies in one sitting.

My brothers are pretty good about helping me eat the batch. We love the Duncan Hines chewy fudge brownies. Proudest sports moment: In my sophomore year at the district cross country meet, when I broke 20 minutes for a 5K for the first time, got an alldistrict award and qualified for regionals. Sport I’d like to try someday: I have never played quidditch before, but I really enjoyed Harry Potter, read all of the books and watched the movies on multiple occasions. Why not? Favorite athlete: Serena Williams, for how she deals with racism and sexism while succeeding at her sport.

Honorable mention male Scholar-Athlete

Andrew Davis

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ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH Sports played: Football (4 years), basketball (4), track (2), baseball (2) Academic highlights: National Honor Society member, National Business Honor Society member, scored 32 on ACT Athletic highlights: First-team all-district and third-team all-state in football. College choice: Columbia University (anticipated major: economics) Photo location: Historic Hagely Field, where I played my home football games. It is memorable to me because of all the different challenges my teammates and I had to overcome there. Home front: My parents are Bill and Nancy Davis. I have an older brother,

Will, who is a junior at Ohio Northern and plays baseball. We have a golden retriever named Rex. Favorite subject: History. I am most interested in seeing the different successes or failures of people in the past. I try to apply their lessons learned in my life. Least-favorite subject: I don’t dislike Spanish, but I have the most trouble with it. I struggle remembering and applying all the different rules that are not present in the English language. How I relax: I like a physical activity, like lifting weights or running. I like to read, especially biographies and autobiographies of successful people. I also listen to podcasts, especially the Joe Rogan Experience.

Prized possession: My 2000 Cadillac DeVille, which has an incredible amount of character and is the envy of my classmates. It also has a 4.6-liter V8, which allows it to absolutely fly. Favorite book: “Driven from Within,” by Michael Jordan. I draw inspiration from Jordan’s incredible drive and work ethic. Favorite movie: “Lone Survivor.” I admire the incredible courage and sacrifices made by Marcus Luttrell and his fellow SEALs. Favorite television show: I love watching “Hard Knocks” on HBO every year. I enjoy seeing the parallels between the teams on the show and my own team. Favorite home-cooked meal: Every Christmas, my grandma makes a

mouth-watering beef tenderloin that is legendary in our family. My cooking specialty: I have mastered the cheeseburger. I prefer a quarterpound burger made of 85% lean beef. I coat it in olive oil and season it with a dry rub, and I also season the grill so the flavor infuses into the burger while it cooks. I like it cooked to medium, then topped with provolone cheese on a lightly toasted bun. Favorite restaurant: I love City Barbecue, especially on Rib Bone Tuesdays when ribs are only $1.35. Guilty pleasure: I love UDF Serious Chocolate milk and more often than not buy a half gallon whenever I pass the store. Proudest sports moment: In my last

high school football game, we beat our arch-rival, DeSales, on our home field — the first time we had beaten them in five years. I credit that to my teammates and I having more will to win and playing with more of an edge than our opponent. I could not have asked for a better way to end my high school football career. Sport I’d like to try someday: I would love to become an elite-level Alpine skier. I think racing down a snow-covered mountain would be exhilarating. Favorite athlete: I love Conor McGregor’s swagger and the way he carries himself. I also find him entertaining inside and outside the octagon. Inspiration: My great-uncle Richard Mauger was a World War II glider pilot who was responsible for landing his aircraft loaded with 14 other men safely behind enemy lines. He now is 97 years old and is still able to live by himself. He was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his bravery. Person I’d like to meet: Elon Musk. I think he has many genius ideas, and I would love to hear his plans for the future. Dream job: I would love to be an NFL general manager, which would combine two of my favorite interests (business and football). Place I’d like to travel: All the countries of Europe. I would most enjoy seeing the historical sites and being immersed into the different cultures. Least-favorite household chore: Raking leaves every fall. Words to leave by: “The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation, and go to the grave with the song still in them.” — Henry David Thoreau

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Inspiration: Greta Thunberg, the 16year-old environmental activist from Sweden who started a “school strike for the climate” protest outside Swedish parliament. I admire such a young person making a big impact on an important topic. Person I’d like to meet: I would like to meet Barack Obama to get a real picture with him, instead of the one I have with his cardboard cutout. Dream job: Being an emergency-room doctor or a trauma surgeon and/or working overseas in international relief services. Places I’d like to travel: Germany and Italy. I have taken German for seven years and have enjoyed learning the language and culture. I love Italian food and my great-grandfather is a native of Italy. We have a family trip planned to both of these countries. Something most people don’t know about me: I’m scared of elevators. I’m not sure why, although I recall a particularly scary one at Seven Springs when I was little. The thought of being trapped scares me a bit. I prefer the stairs! Least-favorite household chore: Vacuuming. The smell of the vacuum is unappealing. Plus, I can’t listen to music while vacuuming – it is too loud! Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: French braiding my hair. I don’t know why, but I can’t get the braid as tight as when others braid it for me. Words to leave by: “Risk something or forever sit with your dreams.” — former U.S. Olympic hockey coach Herb Brooks

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Honorable mention female Scholar-Athlete

Rachel Gordon PICKERINGTON CENTRAL GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.57

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Sports played: Volleyball (4 years) Academic highlights: National Merit Scholar; AP Scholar with Distinction; scored 35 on ACT Athletic highlights: Captain of league champion volleyball team College choice: Loyola University (anticipated major: statistics) Photo location: We took my photo in my family’s kitchen, where I’ve spent a lot of time making chocolate-covered pretzels to sell to friends and family. The money I raised helps girls attend Young Life camp. Home front: My mom, Sherri, writes articles about preventing bullying for VerywellFamily.com as well as nonfiction books for middle-school students. My dad, Peter, works as a software engineer. And my 15-year-old brother,

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH Blake, just finished his freshman year of high school. I also have a dog named Abbey. Favorite subject: My favorite has been math for as long as I can remember. It has always been fairly easy for me (and I also started my own tutoring business to help other students.) Least-favorite subject: I find most history classes difficult, especially with so much memorization involved. How I relax: A lot of times I’ll read or journal, because it helps me sort my thoughts from the day. I also like bullet journaling. Prized possession: Probably my second-degree black belt in taekwondo.

The test involves doing the black-belt form, weapons, sparring and breaking boards. Favorite book: “Come Matter Here,” by Hannah Brencher. She empathizes with the struggles we face and challenges readers to be present, show up for one another and change the way they see the world. Favorite movies: I love watching a lot of old Disney movies, like “Starstruck” and “High School Musical,” because they remind me of my childhood. Favorite television show: Definitely “Friends.” I’ve watched the series three times! Favorite musician: Tauren Wells,

whose music is uplifting and inspiring. Essential app: My Notes app on my phone. I use it to keep track of “to do” lists, quotes I hear, my thoughts or other important information. Favorite home-cooked meal: Cheesy potatoes topped with Corn Flakes that get crispy in the oven. It is my great aunt’s recipe, but either my mom or my grandmother makes it for just about any family gathering. My cooking specialty: Chocolate-covered pretzels, of course! Favorite restaurant: There is a new restaurant in Pickerington called Hangry City, and my family and I are obsessed. The Pennsatucky Slider is

my favorite. Guilty pleasure: Reese’s peanut butter cups; I love salty and sweet! Proudest sports moment: When I started playing volleyball, I couldn’t get my serve over the net and I actually got cut from the seventh-grade team. So I worked twice as hard and came back with one of the most consistent serves of anyone on the team. I easily made the team in eighth grade and by the end of that year I was playing on a national team for club volleyball. Sport I’d like to try someday: It might be cool to try surfing. I’ve never done anything like it before. Story behind my uniform number: I didn’t really have a story behind my number, but I’ve recently discovered a personality test called the Enneagram, which uses nine numbers to define different personalities. I’m a 5, which is my volleyball number. Dream job: Nothing specific, just something that would challenge me to come up with ideas and think in new ways. I want a job where I have a purpose. Place I’d like to travel: I’ve always wanted to go to Australia and snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef. I think seeing all the sea life would be beautiful. What’s more, Loyola offers many study-abroad opportunities — including Australia! Least-favorite household chore: I hate doing laundry. I always forget to put my clothes in the dryer and end up having to wash them again. Words to leave by: “You belong in places that know your name and places that don’t yet know you’re coming for them.” — Hannah Brencher

Honorable mention male Scholar-Athlete

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Sports played: Soccer (4 years) Academic highlights: National Merit Finalist; AP Scholar with Distinction; scored 34 on ACT Athletic highlights: First-team all-district and second-team all-state in soccer College choice: Colgate (anticipated major: mathematical economics) Photo location: My photo was taken at the McCoy Center in New Albany. This is important to me because it is the location of our annual TEDx event, which I have organized for the past three years. Each year, we have around 400 attendees that pack the theater to hear intriguing talks from community and student speakers. Home front: I live with my parents, Brad and Susan, and I am the oldest of three boys. My brothers are Will

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH (16 years old) and Jack (13). Favorite subject: It has always been math. I specifically like it because it gives me the chance to problem-solve and think critically with numbers. Least-favorite subject: Science challenges me the most, but I still enjoy learning more about the human body and explanations for natural phenomena in our world. How I relax: I spend time with friends and family, watch TV shows like “Game of Thrones,” “Breaking Bad” and “Narcos”, and play Frisbee golf. Favorite book: “Unbroken.” The story of Louis Zamperini’s perseverance as an athlete and prisoner of war is

inspirational. I am amazed by his massive strength. Favorite movie: “Kicking & Screaming.” Will Ferrell is one of my favorite actors, and the combination of soccer and humor makes this one of my favorites. Favorite television show: “Game of Thrones.” Favorite musician: I’ve always loved listening to Justin Timberlake’s music with my family. Go-to website: ESPN. I’ve always loved staying up to date with the sports world and enjoy tracking my favorite teams and players online and playing fantasy sports with friends. One of my favorite hobbies is fantasy football.

Favorite home-cooked meal: Chicken corn chowder, made by my mom. It is filled with vegetables and meat, and it’s delicious. My cooking specialty: I’ve never been able to cook, but I like to think that I specialize in making macaroni and cheese and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Favorite restaurant: Longhorn Steakhouse. The steak, sweet potato and salad combo is one of my favorite meals for the night before a big game. Proudest sports moment: Going undefeated in the regular season in my senior soccer season and becoming the career assists leader at New Albany.

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Sport I’d like to try someday: I want to try to become a better golfer. Story behind my uniform number: Our school has a tradition of passing down the No. 10 jersey from a graduating senior to a promising team leader for the next season. I was the first player to receive the jersey for my junior and senior season and wore No. 10 for two seasons. Favorite athlete: LeBron James, because of his accomplishments on and off the court and his ability to selflessly give back to the community. Inspiration: I am inspired every day by my parents. The way they carry themselves and put our success ahead of themselves inspires me to be the best student, athlete and person I can be. Dream job: It’s my dream to be an executive for a professional sports team in the U.S. Place I’d like to travel: I want to travel to Europe to sight-see and watch soccer. The atmospheres at European soccer stadiums are a completely different experience than in America, and I would love to witness this firsthand in different countries. Something most people don’t know about me: The decision to take over a public speaking organization was difficult and challenging for me. As someone who feared speaking in front of the class in ninth grade, I became more comfortable talking in front of the people to the point that I gave a speech with confidence in front of 2,000 people on my last day of high school. Words to leave by: “Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard.” — Tim Notke

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Honorable mention female Scholar-Athlete

Andrea Kuhn

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Sports played: Cross country (4 years), track (4) Academic highlights: Presidential Academic Award of Excellence; National Honor Society member; scored 35 on ACT Athletic highlights: State-meet qualifier in cross country (four times) and track (three times) College choice: Ohio State (anticipated major: mathematics) Photo location: Pataskala Municipal Park is where my cross country team meets every morning for summer practices. I also wanted to include my dog, Jade, in this picture because I often take her running with me. Home front: I live with my parents, Steve and Lisa, and my 13-year-old sister, Anna. I also have a 20-year-old

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH sister, Leah, who graduated from Miami University this spring. Favorite subject: Mathematics. I have always enjoyed courses like Calculus and Statistics because I like the satisfaction of being able to confidently arrive at one correct answer. Least-favorite subject: English. I don’t enjoy writing essays, especially pieces analyzing stories or books. How I relax: I normally take a hot shower, then grab a snack and watch either Netflix or videos on YouTube. Prized possession: My signed Playbill

from the musical “Be More Chill.” I went to New York City in March to run at New Balance Nationals and was able to see “Be More Chill.” I had been a fan for years. Favorite book: “1984,” by George Orwell. I find Orwell’s perspective and analysis of the world fascinating. Favorite movies: Probably one of the “Avengers” or “Iron Man” movies. I am a huge Marvel fan. Favorite television show: “The Office” is a great show if I want to relax or laugh, and it’s extremely quotable.

Favorite musicians: Twenty One Pilots, specifically Tyler Joseph. He has a talent for writing deep lyrics but masking them in upbeat melodies. Go-to website: Google has everything I could need. Favorite home-cooked meal: My mom always makes me potato gnocchi with vegetables and bread rolls the night before big races. I think the rest of my family has gotten tired of it, but I’m too superstitious to give it up. Favorite restaurant: Olive Garden has soup, salad, breadsticks and pasta, my

go-to meal no matter the restaurant. Guilty pleasure: Ben and Jerry’s mint chocolate cookie ice cream. I can eat almost a whole pint in one sitting, so I only get it every now and then. Proudest sports moment: Receiving All-Ohio honors at the cross country state championships my senior year. Sport I’d like to try someday: Rock climbing or bouldering seems difficult but also rewarding. Favorite athlete: Courtney Dauwalter is an ultramarathon runner who often competes in multi-day races (100 to 300 miles) where she has demonstrated the strength of women by usually beating most male runners and frequently winning the overall race. Person I’d like to meet: Alan Turing, who made tremendous contributions to the studies of mathematics and computer science. Dream job: Something involving mathematics and computer science where I am able to work at solving problems and can contribute to a greater cause. Least-favorite household chore: Folding laundry. I can sort clothes, wash them, move them to the dryer and take them upstairs, but I hate having to fold them, especially when I know I’m going to just unfold and wear them again. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: It’s silly, but I can never get my oatmeal consistency right. It’s always way too thick and dry or too thin and soggy, so I normally opt for an English muffin instead. Words to leave by: “Don’t let fear decide your future.” — Shalane Flanagan

Honorable mention male Scholar-Athlete

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Sports played: Track (4 years), cross country (2), soccer (1) Academic highlights: AP Scholar with Honor; Cum Laude Society member; scored 35 on ACT Athletic highlights: State-meet qualifier and first-team all-district and allregion in cross country College choice: Southern California (anticipated major: computer science) Photo location: Jeffrey Mansion, a historic home and public park in Bexley where our cross country team practiced (and sometimes got off task by swimming in Alum Creek). Home front: My dad, Mike, is an IT consultant, and my mom, Michelle, is an attorney. I have a 21-year-old brother, Cameron, who is a senior at Emory University. And Lego is our 9-

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH year-old Welsh terrier. Most of our interactions are either political debates or cynical digs at each other, but we share a tight bond. Favorite subject: Computer science. The combination of logic, technology and a little bit of math is the perfect combination to keep me challenged and interested in a way no other class has. Least-favorite subject: Any life science in general (biology, chemistry, etc.) because despite the great teachers I’ve had, I’m just not that interested in the content. How I relax: Honestly, just coming home and not having anything to do

is a blessing. The only time this is possible is during meals, so to answer the question: eating. Prized possessions: I have a keffiyeh head scarf and pakol hat that one of my great friends and mentors brought back from Afghanistan. He served multiple tours in that country, and these items are great mementos. Favorite book: Sun Tzu’s “The Art of War,” has become the basis for a lot of my philosophy. It is an interesting read, especially considering the circumstances in which he wrote the text. Favorite movie: “Good Will Hunting” is among a long list of great movies I

consider favorites. The plot and acting from a great cast make it stand out. Favorite television show: “Game of Thrones,” but this recent season disappointed me beyond measure. So let’s say “Game of Thrones,” seasons 1 through 7. Favorite musician: Robert Plant. Not only is he the lead singer of iconic Led Zeppelin, but his voice is one of the greatest and most distinctive ever, making him by far my favorite. Go-to website: YouTube. I’ve spent more hours than I can count watching pointless videos to distract me from studying — but equally as many for

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educational purposes. Essential app: Spotify. I am always listening to music — whether studying, exercising or relaxing. Favorite home-cooked meal: Spaghetti carbonara, made by my mother. My cooking specialty: Scrambled eggs. Favorite restaurant: The Top. Best steak in the city. Guilty pleasure: Eating sweets. Proudest sports moment: Making it to the state meet in cross country in my senior year. Sport I’d like to try someday: Rugby. Favorite athlete: Seth Jones of the Blue Jackets. The way he plays hockey is so much fun to watch. Person I’d like to meet: I would love to have met Friedrich Nietzsche, whose writing on philosophy is extremely interesting. Dream job: If money were no object, I’d love to be a writer. But I think I can find the most satisfaction, financial stability and enjoyment in the real world as a software developer. Place I’d like to travel: Australia, anywhere on the Gold Coast. Something most people don’t know about me: I’ve never broken a bone. Least-favorite household chore: Making my bed. My unwillingness to do it got on my parents’ nerves so much that they eventually relented and I no longer have to make my bed. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: I can never manage to properly tie a bowtie. Words to leave by: “Impossible is a word to be found only in the dictionary of fools.” — Napoleon Bonaparte

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Honorable mention female Scholar-Athlete

Kristen Zehnal GRANVILLE GRADE-POINT AVG.: 4.22

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Sports played: Field hockey (4 years), lacrosse (4) Academic highlights: National Merit Finalist; Cum Laude Society and National Honor Society member; scored 35 on ACT Athletic highlights: Captain of field hockey and lacrosse teams College choice: Ohio State (anticipated major: engineering undeclared) Photo location: The Bryn Du Mansion is a hub of activity and a symbol of my small Granville community. It is a place where I love to sit on the porch and hammock in the trees and play Frisbee on the lawn with my friends. Home front: My parents are Mike and Lisa Zehnal, and I have a 20-year-old sister, Claire. Favorite subject: Latin, because I had

ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH the same teacher for four years and he made learning a dead language fun. Every day in class we laugh a lot and learn at least a little. Least-favorite subject: The one that gives me trouble is physics, which I’d better pick up quickly if I want to be an engineer. Physics is challenging and confusing, but it feels super good when I finally get a problem correct. How I relax: I go out in nature and set up my hammock. It’s in my car at all times, and I love taking accidental naps and having peaceful jam sessions in it. Prized possessions: I love wearing Chacos sandals; they are a necessity no matter what season it is.

Favorite book: “Jane Eyre,” by Charlotte Bronte. I loved reading it in English class for the beginnings of feminist thought emerging, and it also has a thrilling love triangle that keeps me at the edge of my seat. Favorite movie: I have a passion for romantic comedies and a long list of favorites. “When Harry Met Sally” is at the top of the list. Favorite television show: “Friends.” In my own group of friends, each person identifies with one of the characters of the TV show. I am definitely the Monica of our group. Favorite musician: Kanye West’s lyrical wordplay is awesome, and his raps are downright iconic.

Go-to website: There are so many different types of content and creators on YouTube, but I mainly love watching comedy or lifestyle videos. Essential app: I cannot do without Messages. I’m not a huge social media person, so I text all my friends to see what they’re up to. Favorite home-cooked meal: Turkey tacos topped with avocado, salsa, lettuce and peppers. My mom makes turkey tacos on a biweekly basis. My cooking specialty: I make avocado toast for breakfast frequently. I start with bread from the farmers market, then a good ripe avocado, freshly cracked salt and pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. So easy but so good.

Favorite restaurant: Chick-fil-A. I always get the deluxe chicken sandwich, no cheese, with waffle fries and a strawberry milkshake. Guilty pleasure: I occasionally watch “Keeping Up With the Kardashians.” Proudest sports moment: In my junior year we beat New Albany to finish an undefeated season in field hockey, which had never been done in Granville history. Sport I’d like to try someday: Tennis. It seems to require a lot of skill I don’t have, but it seems like a fun and social sport. Favorite athlete: Cedi Osman of the Cleveland Cavaliers has grown a lot as a player, and he is fun to watch. Dream job: Being an environmental engineer using the power of math and science and a decent amount of people skills to help save the planet through renewable energies. Place I’d like to travel: Florence, Italy. My sister is studying abroad there in the fall, and I’m pretty jealous. Something most people don’t know about me: I have a small sliver missing from the cartilage of my ear. It is an unusual birthmark that has no impact on my hearing whatsoever. Least-favorite household chore: Cleaning the shower. I’m honestly just terrible at it and I somehow always end up accidentally splashing water on the bathroom floor. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: I cannot correctly identify a sunrise. No matter what time of the day it is, I always call it a sunset for reasons unknown to me. Words to leave by: It be like that sometimes.

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ERIC ALBRECHT/DISPATCH Sports played: Baseball (4 years), football (3), basketball (3), track (3) Academic highlights: Academic AllOhio; National Honor Society member; scored 29 on ACT Athletic highlights: First-team all-district in football; second-team all-district in basketball; state-meet placer in track and field College choice: Walsh University (anticipated major: physical therapy) Photo location: I chose St. Bernadette Parish in Lancaster because it allows me to showcase my faith, as well as athletics and academics, because that plays an important role in my life. Home front: My parents are Blythe

and Carl and I have three older siblings: my oldest sister Lauren is 33, my brother, Patrick, is 30, and my younger sister Kelly is 28. Favorite subject: Chemistry, because I enjoy learning about the different experiments that were used to discover atomic particles. Least-favorite subject: It would have to be calculus. It’s very difficult and the class was held right after lunch so I was always tired for it. How I relax: I like to kick back in my hammock or even just relax on the couch and watch a good movie or show on TV. Prized possession: A jar of sand and seashells from a vacation to Myrtle

Beach last year with my family and girlfriend. They all have supported me so much and this is something that will remind me of a memory we all got to share together. Favorite book: “The Martian,” by Andy Weir, is a story of survival on Mars and the perseverance it takes. I think this can be used in life, as well. It has the message of never giving up even in the worst moments because you can still come out on top. Favorite movies: It’s hard to pick one, so I chose all three: My favorites are the “The Lord of the Rings” trilogy. I loved every one of them when they came out. Favorite television show: “SpongeBob

SquarePants.” I mean, it’s a classic. What’s not to love about it? Favorite musicians: Thomas Rhett, Avicii and Post Malone. Go-to website: It’s YouTube, for sure. You can find practically everything on there. Essential app: I could not do without Twitter because I get a lot of updates about sports around the county on there. Favorite home-cooked meal: Breaded pork chops that my mom makes. My cooking specialty: Mac and cheese — quick and easy! Favorite restaurant: LongHorn Steakhouse, and of course I get a

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steak with mashed potatoes. Guilty pleasure: I will allow myself to drink a bit more pop than I normally do to celebrate a big win. Proudest sports moment: Helping my basketball team win our district semifinal and then going up to SPIRE Institute in Geneva to compete at the indoor state track and field meet. Sport I’d like to try someday: Lacrosse. I just haven’t had the chance yet because it is during baseball and track season. Story behind my uniform number: My football number is 28 and that was my brother’s number when he played in high school. When I was able to choose a number, I excitedly chose his old number. Favorite athlete: Peyton Manning was always humble and classy off the football field and yet an all-star on the field. Inspiration: My parents are always so busy yet still have time to be there for all of their kids and support me through all of my athletic events. Dream job: Working as a physical therapist for a college sports team. Place I’d like to travel: Australia, because I want to see kangaroos in the wild and explore the Outback. Something most people don’t know about me: I play three musical instruments: piano, guitar and ukulele. Least-favorite household chore: Vacuuming, because the vacuum noise is annoying and it takes a while. Something I can’t get right no matter how hard I try: My calculus homework. Enough said. Words to leave by: “Character is who you are when no one is looking.”

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Scenes from the celebration

LEFT: Kyle Snyder, Olympic gold medalist and former Ohio State wrestler, delivers his keynote address.

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FAR LEFT: Columbus School for Girls’ Emily Dewolf poses with Archie Griffin and Dom Tiberi after receiving her award for being second runner-up female Scholar-Athlete.

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LEFT: Balloons drop on the attendees to mark the end of the Dispatch and Motorists Insurance Group Scholar-Athlete Awards banquet June 5 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

JOSHUA A. BICKEL/DISPATCH ABOVE: Columbus Academy's Samantha Kass, center, poses with family and friends before the banquet. RIGHT: Plaques were presented to all scholar-athletes. FAR RIGHT: Former Ohio State standout and current CBS basketball broadcaster Clark Kellogg delivered the night’s invocation. JOSHUA A. BICKEL/DISPATCH

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It’s a safe bet that Lou Berliner would be proud to have a park named after him, especially one that celebrates amateur sports so extensively. Berliner Park just south of Downtown is the largest softballdiamond complex in the country, with 31 permanent fields over 209 acres. But I’m guessing that Berliner, who covered high school and amateur sports for The Lou Berliner Dispatch for 44 years, would be just as proud to have an award named after him that each spring is presented to a coach, administrator or official who has made a long and lasting impact on high school sports in central Ohio. A Columbus native, Berliner worked at The Dispatch from 1931 until his retirement in 1975. He died at age 73 on July 13, 1984, one week after suffering a heart attack. Within three months, the Southview Park athletic complex on Greenlawn Avenue was renamed in his honor. Before the next school year, The Dispatch announced that it, too, would recognize Berliner’s long career by awarding a trophy in his name to “central Ohio’s most outstanding coach.” Beginning in 1985, that award was presented at the newspaper’s

annual Scholar-Athlete banquet, an offshoot of The Dispatch’s AllSports banquet for high schools that Berliner had created decades before. Newark Catholic football coach J.D. Graham was the first recipient of the award. Over the years, the parameters of the award morphed to honor not only successful championship coaches, but anyone associated with high school athletics who made deep and positive impacts in their schools and communities. Thus began a tradition of celebrating the careers and works of many of the finest teachers, coaches and administrators who have made life better for high school athletes and fans in central Ohio. That tradition continues this year with the selection of Jim Callahan as the 2019 winner of the Lou Berliner Award. Callahan recently completed his 36th season as swimming and water polo coach at Thomas Worthington and Worthington Kilbourne high schools. He was inducted into the Ohio High School Swimming Coaches Hall of Fame in 1999, and was named state coach of the year three times and Central District coach of the year 11 times. His Worthington team won the 1989 state championship. Read more about Jim Callahan in Steve Blackledge’s profile on front of the Sports section in today’s paper. And what follows is a list of previous winners of the Berliner Award: 1985: J.D. Graham, football

Jim Callahan, the swimming and water polo coach at Thomas Worthington and Worthington Kilbourne high schools and winner of the 2019 Lou Berliner Award, speaks at the 2019 Scholar Athlete Awards banquet June 5 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. KYLE ROBERTSON/DISPATCH

coach and administrator at Newark Catholic High School 1986: Jim Hamilton, boys basketball coach and administrator at Upper Arlington 1987: Gene Millard, boys basketball coach and administrator at Washington Court House, Bexley 1988: Phil Koppel, football coach at Gahanna 1989: Al Bowen, boys basketball, baseball and football coach at Columbus Central and Walnut Ridge 1990: Dave Koblentz, baseball, football and girls basketball coach at West, Upper Arlington and St. Charles

1991: Frank Howe, football and track coach at Sunbury, Worthington, Reynoldsburg, Central, Northland and Northridge 1992: Paul Pennell, baseball and boys basketball coach at East and Briggs 1993: Ed Rarey, boys track and cross country coach at Gahanna 1994: Larry Larson, football and boys basketball coach and administrator at Grandview 1995: Patty Pease, volleyball, girls basketball and track coach at Fairbanks 1996: Dick Geyer, football and boys basketball coach at Hartley 1997: Donnie Miller, longtime official for football, baseball, girls and boys basketball, softball and volleyball 1998: Gary Smith, boys and girls track and cross country coach at Thomas Worthington 1999: Lee Williams, boys track and cross country coach at East 2000: Elaine Boltz, girls basketball and volleyball coach at Northland 2001: Don Thorp, baseball and boys basketball coach and administrator at Lakewood 2002: Paul Nestor, football and track coach at Wehrle, Ready and Zanesville Rosecrans 2003: Bruce Howard, boys basketball coach at Brookhaven 2004: Bill Hoyer, basketball, track, cross country and football coach at Bexley 2005: Lenny Ball, wrestling, softball, track, cross country, football and golf coach at MarionFranklin

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2006: Dan Dupler, football, swimming, track and baseball coach at East, West, Upper Arlington, Grove City and Watterson 2007: Merle Dutt, longtime official for football, girls and boys basketball and baseball 2008: Bob Miller, boys basketball, football and baseball coach at Groveport and Thomas Worthington 2009: Joanne Marcinko, track and cross country coach at Fisher Catholic 2010: Reggie Lee, girls basketball coach at Brookhaven 2011: Bill Rietz, boys and girls swimming coach at Delaware 2012: Anne Horton, field hockey, lacrosse and girls basketball coach and administrator at Columbus Academy 2013: Dale Hartney, track and cross country coach at Upper Arlington 2014: Dave Klontz, baseball coach at Heath 2015: Tony Pusateri, football coach and administrator at DeSales, Westerville South, Reynoldsburg, Dublin Coffman and Upper Arlington 2016: Jimmy Ryan, cross country, track, baseball and golf coach at Watterson and Bexley 2017: Bob Kirk, boys and girls track coach at Columbus Academy 2018: Sam Davis, girls and boys basketball and cross country coach at Watterson, Hartley, Gahanna and New Albany

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Scenes from the celebration

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Independence’s Shayanna HinkleMoore walks off the stage after being named the winner of the Motorists John J. Bishop Female Scholarship.

(Above) The Dispatch and Motorists Insurance Group Scholar-Athlete Awards banquet attracted quite a crowd June 5 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. (Right) Keynote speaker Kyle Snyder, Olympic gold medalist and former Ohio State wrestler, listens as more than 200 student-athletes were being honored for their accomplishments. (Far right) Teays Valley’s Ryan Wolfe, who was named first runner-up male Scholar-Athlete winner, is congratulated by Archie Griffin as Dom Tiberi looks on.

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Team state champions

Pickerington Central’s Denzell Feagin (left) and Evan Matthews celebrate a victory in the 800-meter relay during the Division I state track meet June 1 at Ohio State. The Tigers won their second consecutive team title. JOHN HULKENBERG/THISWEEK

Avie Smith (left), Sydney Hill, Carolyn Bowman and Lexi Leader of the Columbus Academy field hockey team celebrate after beating Hudson 3-0 in the state final Nov. 3 at Upper Arlington. KYLE ROBERTSON/DISPATCH

Dublin Jerome’s Jackson Chandler (left), Tyler Groomes, Ethan Snyder, Jake Yarbrough and Ryan Miller admire their new trophy after winning the Division I boys golf state championship Oct. 20 at Ohio State’s Scarlet Course. LORRIE CECIL/THISWEEK

Fall 2018 Division I boys golf: Dublin Jerome Division II boys golf: Columbus Academy Division III boys golf: Wellington Division I girls golf: New Albany Field hockey: Columbus Academy

Winter 2019 Division III boys basketball: Harvest Prep Division III girls basketball: Africentric

Spring 2019

Caitlin Craig (left) and Angela Brandel of the Jonathan Alder softball team show off the championship trophy after a 4-2 victory over Lakewood in the Division II state final June 1 in Akron. DAVID DERMER/FOR THE DISPATCH

Division II softball: Jonathan Alder Division I boys lacrosse: Dublin Coffman Division I girls lacrosse: Upper Arlington Division II girls lacrosse: DeSales Division II boys tennis: Wellington Division I boys track: Pickerington Central

New Albany’s Morgan Pankow (left) and Gwynnie Lee enjoy the moment the after winning the Division I girls golf state championship Oct. 20 at Ohio State’s Gray Course. JOHN HULKENBERG/THISWEEK

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Elijah Glenn (35), Kenneth Sykes (15) and the Harvest Prep boys basketball team celebrate following a 55-42 victory over Cleveland Heights Lutheran East in the Division III state final March 23 at Ohio State. JOHN HULKENBERG/THISWEEK

The DeSales girls lacrosse team holds up the championship trophy after an 11-3 victory over Chagrin Falls in the Division II state final June 1 at Ohio Wesleyan. ALEX CONRATH/THISWEEK

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Individual state champions

ABOVE: Grandview wrestler Hudson Jump reacts after winning the Division III state championship at 220 pounds by technical fall over Kaleb Snodgrass of Van Buren on March 9 at Ohio State. LORRIE CECIL/THISWEEK LEFT: Dublin Coffman’s Ellie Andrews is all smiles after winning the 200-yard individual medley at the Division I state swimming meet Feb. 23 in Canton. SHANE FLANIGAN/THISWEEK

Fall 2018

Division II girls tennis: Dani Schoenly and Maddie Atway, Olentangy Liberty Division I boys golf: Jackson Chandler, Dublin Jerome Division II boys golf: Trevor Binau, Bexley Division III boys golf: Tyler Jones, Worthington Christian

Winter 2019

Division I wrestling: Carson Kharchla, Olentangy Liberty, 170 pounds; Seth Shumate, Dublin Coffman, 195 Division III wrestling: Conor Becker, Northmor, 170; Hudson Jump, Grandview, 220 Division I girls swimming: Ellie Andrews, Dublin Coffman, 200 IM; New Albany, 400 free relay Division II girls swimming: Jordan AurnouRhees, CSG, 100 butterfly; Nyah Funderburke, CSG, 50 free Worthington Christian’s Tyler Jones shot a two-round total of 145 to win medalist honors in the Division III boys golf state tournament Oct. 13 at NorthStar. JOHN HULKENBERG/THISWEEK

ABOVE: Olentangy Liberty’s Dani Schoenly (right) and Maddie Atway won their second consecutive Division I state doubles title with a 6-2, 6-3 victory over Mayfield’s Caitlyn Hsu and Hannah Kassaie on Oct. 20 at Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason. JOHN HULKENBERG/THISWEEK LEFT: Dublin Scioto's Folake Olujide-Ajibade enjoys the moment on the awards podium after winning the 100-meter hurdles during the Division I state track meet June 1at Ohio State. JOHN HULKENBERG/THISWEEK

Spring 2019

Division II boys tennis: Suriya Sundaram and Rhian Seneviratne, Columbus Academy Division I boys track and field: Sam Bethea, Mount Vernon, 110 hurdles; Denzell Feagin, Pickerington Central, 100 and 200; Justin Braun, Thomas Worthington, 400; Evan Matthews, Pickerington Central, 300 hurdles; Aman Thornton, Mifflin, 800; Jaeschel Acheampong, Olentangy Orange, long jump; Pickerington Central, 400 relay, 800 relay, 1,600 relay and 3,200 relay Division I girls track and field: Folake Olujide-Ajibade, Dublin Scioto, 100 hurdles; Jaydan Wood, Pickerington Central, 400; Mabinty Kebe, Westerville Central, 300 hurdles; Thomas Worthington, 3,200 relay; Gahanna, 1,600 relay Division II girls track and field: Makiya Montgomery, Beechcroft, 100 and 200 Division III boys track and field: Anthony Bowman, Africentric, high jump; Anthony Tyler, Africentric, 300 hurdles Division III girls track and field: Calista Manns, Grove City Christian, 100 hurdles and 300 hurdles; Allison Johnson, Mount Gilead, 800 Justin Braun of Thomas Worthington celebrates after winning the 400 meters in the Division I state track and field meet June 1 at Ohio State. LORRIE CECIL/THISWEEK

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