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Amy Hasbrook was a student-athlete at Cathedral High School in Avery Kelley is a standout student-athlete and compassionate leader
Indianapolis and later DePauw University. She participated in girls whose dedication to academics, athletics, and service sets her apart. A
basketball and was a product of the opportunities that Title IX three-sport athlete at Evansville Central, she competed in basketball, la-
created. Amy tragically perished in a house fire in 2002. Her legacy crosse, and volleyball for the Bears, bringing the same energy and commit-
is the impression she left on those who knew her. ment to the court and field as she does to the classroom and community.
Avery currently serves as President of Central’s Student Council, is a Peers
Project Leader, a Link Crew Leader, and a proud member of the National
Awards also have been established at Cathedral High School and Honor Society. Her passion for giving back shines through her extensive
DePauw University to honor her legacy. As a captain of the volunteer work—serving meals to the homeless, supporting residents at a
basketball team while at DePauw, she is still the Tigers’ all-time local nursing home, participating in community clean-ups, and assisting
leading field goal shooter at 65.2%. Amy was also a two-time with the Highland Challenger League, a baseball program for athletes with
member of the SCAC Honor Roll and Head Coach Kris Huffman special needs. Motivated by a deep desire to help others and inspired by her
refers to Amy as the “fiercest competitor she’s ever seen.” mother’s courageous battle with breast cancer, Avery is pursuing a career
as a Physician Assistant. Her experiences have fueled both her faith and
her sense of purpose, guiding her toward a life of service and care. Avery’s
Thanks to a very generous donation to the IHSAA Foundation from leadership extends beyond titles. She launched a protein bar initiative to
the Hasbrook family of Indianapolis in the name of their late support studentathlete wellness, reflecting her creativity and commitment
daughter, Amy, the Amy Hasbrook Leadership Award is awarded to those around her. On and off the court, she leads by example – arriving
each year to two female student-athletes who best exemplify and early to practice, mentoring younger players, and embodying the values
embody sportsmanship, leadership, integrity, dedication to the of hard work, humility, and integrity. Her coach calls her “a leader among
team, and community service. leaders” and a “coach’s dream,” a testament to her impact and character.
Avery will continue her basketball career and furthering her education at
Franklin College in the fall.

Ella Mohamed is a standout student athlete at Northridge High School,
where she competes in Basketball and Track & Field for the Raiders. Known
for her selflessness, positivity, and tireless work ethic, Ella is a natural
leader, frequently nominated for leadership roles by both her peers and
teachers. She’s an active member of the National Honor Society, Freshmen
Mentors, and Cheer Block, and has also given back to her community by
coaching youth girls’ basketball throughout high school. Ella’s passion for
helping others drives both her academic and career aspirations. A formative
experience babysitting a child with autism sparked her interest in work-
ing with individuals with special needs. Because of this, she plans to major
in Psychology with the goal of pursuing a career in special education or
occupational therapy. Her innate patience, energy, and compassion make
her exceptionally well-suited for this path – qualities she’s already put into
action through a work-based learning placement in a life skills elemen-
tary classroom. Ella embodies the spirit of the Amy Hasbrook Scholarship
through her athletic accomplishments, servant leadership, and meaningful
impact on others. Described by her coach as one of the best leaders he’s
Avery Kelley Ella Mohamed worked with in two decades, Ella leaves behind a lasting legacy at North-
Evansville Central Northridge ridge—one that will continue to inspire younger athletes as she begins her
next chapter at Trine University this fall.

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