Plymouth’s Jones earns IHSAA Cato Scholarship

PLYMOUTH — The Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) announced
today that Lena Jones has been awarded the prestigious IHSAA/C. Eugene Cato Memorial Scholarship.
Lena is one of 12 exceptional student-athletes chosen for this honor for the 2024-25
academic year.
The scholarship is awarded on the criteria of academic excellence, athletic achievement, community involvement, strong character, sportsmanship, and leadership.
As a dedicated student-athlete, Lena has balanced rigorous academics with an outstanding sports career, making a lasting impact on her school and community. She is a three-sport athlete as a senior, participating in cross country, basketball, and track.
Lena has also been a positive role model for her peers, balancing leadership roles in school clubs and volunteer initiatives while maintaining a strong academic record. Lena has also been
recognized for her sportsmanship and dedication, earning accolades throughout her high school career.
“Could not be more proud of Lena Jones and
how she represents PHS Athletics,” said Josh Troyer, Plymouth Athletic Director. “This award is a huge honor, and we are excited to celebrate this accomplishment with Lena.”
The Cato Memorial Scholarship is presented annually to twelve senior student-athletes
from IHSAA member schools across Indiana. The scholarship, valued at $2,500, recognizes the holistic achievements of these individuals, rewarding them for their commitment to excellence both in and outside of the classroom.
Jones will be formally recognized at the IHSAA Foundation Impact Awards ceremony at the Indianapolis Colts’ Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center on April 17, 2025. During this event, the scholarship recipients will join other outstanding athletes and community leaders in celebration of their achievements.
The Cato Memorial Scholarships were established to honor the life and legacy of C.
Eugene Cato, a dedicated leader in the field of high school athletics. The scholarship
program aims to recognize and reward student-athletes who have demonstrated
excellence in academics, sportsmanship, and leadership throughout their high school
careers.
The IHSAA, in partnership with Forté Sports Medicine, Indiana Farm Bureau
Insurance, Indianapolis Colts, Indiana Fever, Indiana Pacers, and Sport Graphics, Inc.
sponsors this distinguished scholarship program.