Oxford High School is thrilled to announce that senior Eleanor “Ellie” Jones has been recognized as a Lindy Callahan Scholar-Athlete, one of the highest honors awarded to high school student-athletes in Mississippi.
Each year, the Mississippi High School Activities Association (MHSAA) selects just sixteen senior student-athletes statewide—one male and one female from each region—for this prestigious honor, which recognizes excellence in academics and athletics and includes a scholarship award.
Ellie is one of only seven Oxford School District students to have earned this distinction since the award was established in 1996—a remarkable accomplishment.
At Oxford High School, Ellie is a dedicated member of the girls’ soccer team, competing on the varsity level since her freshman year. As a midfielder, she has recorded five goals and 15 assists. Additionally, she is the co-editor in chief of the OHS newspaper, a National Merit Finalist, an AP Scholar with Distinction, and a member of the 30+ Club and National Honors Society.
Following graduation, Ellie plans to attend college, with top choices including Northwestern University, the University of Wisconsin, the University of Virginia, and the University of Georgia.
“We are so proud of Ellie for being selected as the District 2 female winner of the Lindy Callahan Scholarship. This award is one of the highest honors for high school sports in the state of Mississippi,” said OSD Co-Activities Director Chris Baughman. “I could not think of a better recipient for this prestigious award than Ellie.”
Congratulations to Ellie on this outstanding achievement! We wish her continued success in her future endeavors.
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