DIAL ONE HOUR SCHOLAR ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

The IHSAASports.org Tent travels with the LIVE event crew. When you see the tent, stop on over and nominate a Senior Student Athlete for the Dial One Hour Scholar Athlete Award. Take a look at the tent, and those who have nominated their Scholar Athletes, click here.

Every month, one male and one felmale athlete are chosen for a $1,000 scholarship for higher education courtesy of Dial One Hour Heating and Air.

The Dial One Hour Scholar Athlete Fall Awards banquet was held at the Emmis Communications International Headquarters on Tuesday, December 18, 2007. All eight of the fall award winners seen below made the trip to Indianapolis and were awarded their $1,000 scholarships. The night was capped off by a fantastic presentation from eigth-time state football champion coach Dick Dullaghan's keynote address. Take a look at pictures from the evening - click here. To view a video presentation of the evening, click here.

March Scholarship Winners

• Austin Mudd – Hamilton Southeastern High School

  Austin is a member of the boys swimming and diving team at Hamilton Southeastern HS. He is a four-year varsity letter winner, team captain, and four-year state finalist. Austin’s Royals team participated in the 2008 Swimming and Diving State Finals LIVE on IHSAASports.org in February. Austin’s efforts in the pool have not deterred him from participating in numerous school activities. He is a two-year member of the student council, a member of the National Honor Society, Principals Advisory Council, and the Athletic Council. Additionally, he is a Freshman Peer Mentor and a DARE Role Model. Despite the demands of his rigorous extracurricular activities, Austin has maintained a 4.3 GPA and will graduate with honors this spring. For Austin’s many accomplishments, he will receive a $1,000 scholarship from Dial One Hour Heating and Air for higher education costs.

• Maggie Boeckman – Jasper High School

  Maggie is a member of the girls tennis and volleyball teams at Jasper High School. As a member of the varsity tennis team at JHS, Maggie has played #1 singles for three seasons and been named All-Conference and All-district three consecutive years. As a freshman, Maggie received honorable mention All-State accolades and since has been named to the 1st and 2nd All State teams. Nearly a year ago, Maggie led her team to the state finals tournament in girls tennis. During the fall, Maggie leads the JHS volleyball squad, where she plays middle hitter. Her team has advanced to the state finals the past two years and Maggie has been named 1st Team All State. When she is not playing a leadership role on the court, Maggie works hard in her community as a member of the All Stars, Peer Mentors, FCA, SADD and as a Eucharistic Minister at her local church. For Maggie’s extended list of high school accomplishments, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award Maggie with a $1,000 scholarship towards her college education.
  

February Scholarship Winners

• Emily Schroeder - Hamilton Southeastern High School

  Emily spends her winters in the pool for Hamilton Southeastern and aided her team in a second place finish at this year's Girls Swimming and Diving State Finals. To view a full video archive of that event, click here. Emily is ranked in the top 25 of her Senior class at HSE and is a member of the student council. When she is not winning medals in the pool - four state finals medals to her credit - she works as as DARE role model and a peer tutor. For Emily's dilligence in the classroom and in the poot, Dial One hour Heating and Air will award her with $1,000 towards her higher education costs.

• Kyle House - East Central High School

  Kyle swims for East Central High School and was the runner-up in the 50-yard Freestyle and the 100-yard Butterfly at the 2008 Boys Swimming and Diving State Finals. To see video of Kyle competing in this year's even, click here. In addition to his runner-up medals in the 2008 competition, Kyle was the 2007 State Champion in the 50-yard Freestyle. First place is not a new award for Kyle, he has also been ranked atop his class at East Central all four years of high school. Kyle is a member of the National Honor Society and was nominated as Outstanding Student of America 2007-2008. For his outstanding accomplishments, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award Kyle with $1,000 for higher education costs.
  

January Scholarship Winners

• Kelsey Peters - Goshen High School

  Kelsey plays basketball and soccer and attends Goshen High School. She has excelled in the classroom during her four years of high school and ranks #1 in her class of 354. Her athletic ability has shined on the court and she has been named 1st team all conference in both soccer (three times) and basketball (two times). Kelsey has also participated in the Indiana Soccer Coaches Association all-star game and been an ambassador for Stay in Bounds. To view video of Kelsey's athleitc skills, click here. For Kelsey's dilligence in the classroom, in her communitiy and one the court, Dial One hour Heating and Air will award her with $1,000 towards her higher education.

   

• Scott Milam - Lebanon High School

  Scott plays soccer for Lebanon High School. He has been a tremendous asset to head coach Ryan Tucker and has been the captain of the varsity team for two years. Scott's captain status has not put a damper on his ability to lead the team as he has also been awarded the team MVP for two years running. As a Senior, Scott recieved numerous conference, district and city awards. Beyond the soccer field, Scott has put determined effort into his studies and ranks 2nd in his graduating class. For Scott's efforts and success, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award him with $1,000 for higher education.

   

December Scholarship Winners

• Kate Denlinger - Warsaw Community High School

  Kate plays volleyball and basketball for Warsaw Community High School. She has been a four-year varsity member of the volleyball team and has twice been named to the Northern Lakes All Conference Team. During the winter, Kate averages 14 points and 12 rebounds a contest as co-captain of the varsity baskeball team. During her time away from the gymnasium, Kate is a member of the National Honor Society, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and is the co-facilitator for Kosciusko Endowment Youth Services (KEYS). For Kate's dilligence in the classroom, in her communitiy and one the court, Dial One hour Heating and Air will award her with $1,000 towards her higher education.

• Jordan Chapman - Carmel High School

  Jordan plays football for the 2007 5A State Champion Carmel Greyhound football team. In 2007, Jordan led the Greyhounds in tackles and assists and was voted by his coaches as one of four team captains. When Jordan relinquishes the pads, he continues his success. He has a 3.74 GPA while enrolled in AP level classes and scored in the top percentile on the SAT. He is also a National Merit Finalist. To see a photo gallery of Jordan compiled by his family, click here. To view footage of Jordan on the field, click here. For Jordan's efforts and success, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award him with $1,000 for higher education.

 

November Scholarship Winners

• Zachary Savka - Indianapolis North Central High School

  Zachary plays Tennis and Baseball for North Central High School in Indianapolis. He was part of the North Central State Championship doubles team in 2007 and recieved all MIC Conference honors, 2nd team All-State and Academic All-State. While continuing his excellence on the field, Zachary has maintained excellent marks in the classroom with a 4.0 GPA at North Central. For Zachary's hard work, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award him with $1,000 towards his college education.

 

 

• Elissa Mason - Indianapolis Roncalli High School

Elissa participates in Cross-Country, Swimming, Diving, and Track and Field at Roncalli High School. In 2007, Elissa placed 24th at the State Cross-Country Meet in Terre Haute, Indiana and was awarded with an All-State nomination and a spot on the All Star Team. In the classroom, Elissa maintains a 3.7 GPA and volunteers as a leader in the classroom. In her spare time, Elissa has volunteered for her local church, the 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, the Indianapolis Irish Festival and the Soles4Souls shoe drive. In recognition of her hard work, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award her with $1,000 towards her higher education.

 

 

October Scholarship Winners

• Tosha Embry - Henryville High School

Tosha plays golf, basketball and softball for Henryville High School and also carries a 4.2 GPA as a Senior. Tosha has played Varsity golf for four years and was selected to the 2007 Indiana Coaches of Girls Sports Association Academic All-State Team. She also is placed first or second in every school record catagory. In the classroom Tosha is a member of the National Honor Society and scored in the top percentile one the ACT. For Tosha's hard work, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award her with $1,000 towards her college education. Click here to see further biographical information. Click here to see video of Tosha on the golf course.

 

• Grayson Swaim - Mooresville High School

Grayson plays golf and swims for Mooresville High School. In 2006, Grayson was one of three juniors on the varsity boys golf team and the boys swimming team. In addition to his leadership in the pool and on the course, Grayson will graduate in 2007 with an Honors Diploma. For Grayson's hard work, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award him with $1,000 towards his college education

 

 

 

 

September Scholarship Winners:

• Jordan Flynn - Washington Catholic High School

  Jordan plays soccer at Washington Catholic High School and has overcome plenty of challenges to excell on the field and reach her goal of playing collegiate soccer. Congratulations to Jordan on her many accomplishments. For Jordan's hard work, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award her with $1,000 towards her college education.

 

 

 

 

• Kenneth Farris - Cardinal Ritter High School

Kenny runs Cross Country for Cardinal Ritter High School. He has been the #2 runner since his freshman year. In addition to running in the fall, Kenny paces the Ritter track team in the spring season. Off of the course, Kenny is an Eagle Scout, an usher, server, and eucharist minister at church (among many other things). Congratulations to Kenny on his many accomplishments. For Kenny's hard work, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award him with $1,000 towards his college education.

 

 

 

August Scholarship Winners:

• Josh Lavanchy - Southern Wells High School

Josh plays Football, Basketball and Baseball at Southern Wells and is ranked 2nd in his Senior class with a GPA above 4.0. He is also enrolled in college level courses at Ball State this year. Congratulations to Josh on his many accomplishments. For Josh's hard work, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award him with $1,000 towards his college education.

 

 

 

 

• Alyssa Chagnon - Sullivan High School

Alyssa plays Volleyball and Track at Sullivan High School and is ranked #1 in her senior class. She received Academic All-State Honors in October from the Indiana Coaches of Girls Sports Association.  This season Alyssa set two school records – Season Aces (currently at 77) and Career Assists (currently at 2155). Tthe Sullivan Golden Arrows, were WIC Conference Champions. Congratulations to Alyssa on her many accomplishments. For her hard work, Dial One Hour Heating and Air will award her with $1,000 towards her college education.

 

 

 

Dial One Hour and IHSAASports.org will choose one male and one female athlete per month to be awarded the Dial One Hour Scholar Athlete of the Month. To nominate someone you know for this prestigiuos award, click here.

Thank you to Dial One Hour Heating and Air for their support for student athletes on and off of the field!

Check back each month for more winners!