Indians of the Month: August 2025

The following athletes were chosen by their coaches as Indians of the Month for August 2025.

VARSITY VOLLEYBALL

Becca Heyl - SR OH #6

Becca Heyl has started the season where she ended last year as a leader on the court with her constant communication during each play and encouragement to her teammates. Becca is also the leader in kills, digs, and co-leader in serve receive rating. She also has the highest hitting percentage for an outside hitter in school history. Beyond that is the sacrifice she gives, diving or sprinting after balls, which is the way she shows how much she cares about her team and about winning. -coach Matt Heyl

VARSITY SOFTBALL

Kaylin Pickett - SR CF #7

Kaylin has been a steady and dependable presence for our team. She leads by example with her hard work, positive attitude, and team-first mindset. Her consistency at the plate and in the field reflects her commitment to preparation and focus, but what stands out most is her leadership and the way she elevates those around her. Kaylin is not only a strong player, but also a great teammate who makes a lasting impact on and off the field. Offensively, she boasts a .467 batting average, a .500 on-base percentage, and a .667 slugging percentage with 7 hits, including a double and a triple, and 5 RBIs in five games. Defensively, she has recorded 11 of 12 putouts for a perfect 1.000 fielding percentage. Kaylin is truly deserving of our Indian of the Month honor, as she exemplifies the culture and values we strive to build within our softball program. -coach Jenny Long

VARSITY BOYS CROSS COUNTRY

Teagan Penland - JR

Teagan has led our Boys in each of our four meets this month, earning awards at each for his efforts. His consistency in racing and commitment to the process are great examples for his teammates. -coach Jamie Jimison

VARSITY GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY

Olivia Henderson - JR

Olivia has led our girls cross country team to two second-place team finishes and a big team win in our three meets this month. She established a new school record at the North Georgia Championships and won the TFS Heroes Invitational in convincing fashion. She is a hard worker who leads by example. -coach Jamie Jimison

JV VOLLEYBALL

Finlee Ridlehoover - SO S #11

As our only setter on the team, Finlee plays every minute of every match. When the team is down, Finlee has to keep playing her best to keep the team focused! She keeps our team together with her words and her resilient play on the court in practice and in matches. Finlee maintains a great attitude and perspective as she pushes herself and her team through sickness, injury, and other challenges! Furthermore, Finlee leads the team in aces and assists. Finlee is truly our leader and the heart and soul of the team! -coach Matt Crotta

MS VOLLEYBALL - A TEAM

Isabella Watts - 8TH OH #17

This month, we are so proud to celebrate Izzy Watts as our Volleyball Indian of the Month! Watching her growth this season has been nothing short of inspiring. Not only has she improved in her volleyball skills, but she has also shown incredible strength in her mindset and leadership. What makes her so special is the way she carries herself now—with confidence, kindness, and encouragement for others. Even when things get tough, she chooses to rise above and set the example for her team. She lifts her teammates up, shares her knowledge to help them improve, and spreads positivity that makes everyone around her better. Her smile, her encouragement, and her determination remind us all what it means to be a true teammate. We are so proud of the way she has grown, both on the court and as a leader, and we are lucky to have her on this team. Congratulations, Izzy—you are stronger, braver, and more amazing than you realize, and this honor is proof of that! -coach Natasha McEntire

MS VOLLEYBALL - B TEAM

Fern Johnson - 6TH #18

This month, we are proud to recognize Fern as our Volleyball B-Team Indian of the Month! Fern has shown tremendous growth on the court, improving her skills and confidence with every practice and game. She works hard to get better each day, and her dedication is paying off in a big way. -coach Natasha McEntire

MS SOFTBALL

Chaylei Carter - 5TH IF #7

Newcomer to the TFS family, Chaylei Carter has contributed greatly from fielding, to stepping into pitch, and also at the plate. Thus far, she has three singles, two walks, a double, three RBI, and a run scored. -coach Jo Kimbrel

MS BOYS TENNIS

Turner Lander - 7TH #3 Singles

Turner is off to an amazing start this season. But it is not the last couple of weeks that are most important. It is all the time spent and dedication to the sport of tennis over the last year and more that has propelled him to start 3-0 at the 3rd and 2nd singles positions in the lineup. Every time he is at the tennis courts, Turner brings enthusiasm, positive energy, and a winning attitude. He is always upbeat, and that demeanor rubs off on others. He is a leader for our team, outspoken in his encouragement to teammates. His success on the court is only outshone by what he brings as a teammate, and genuinely kind and helpful individual. Turner Lander's impact on the tennis program is GREAT! -coach Anthony Cox

MS GIRLS TENNIS

Ruby Sue Anderson - 8TH #2 Singles

Ruby has been such a steady part of our program for the last two years. She balances playing two sports at one time and does both with excellence. Ruby is a competitor who always has a level head and adds such a positive presence to our team. She leads by example and encourages others to be their best while also demonstrating what it means to be a GREAT teammate. So far this season, with limited practice time, Ruby is 2-0 at the second singles position, even though this is her first time playing singles. Our team would not be what it is without Ruby Sue Anderson as a part of it, and we are so grateful for the person she is. -coach Anthony Cox

MS BOYS CROSS COUNTRY

Parker Bryant - 7TH

Being an impactful member of a sports team is much more than athletic performance. Parker is indeed a very strong performer in cross country, but his impact goes far beyond that. He works hard, he encourages and lifts up his teammates, he helps when help is needed, and he does it all with a great attitude. -coach Jamie Jimison

MS GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY

Naomi Russo - 8TH

Naomi is an incredibly hard worker who gets the job done daily without complaint. Her consistent efforts week after week in practice have provided a strong foundation for successful racing. She opened her season with an individual win and led TFS to a team win at the TFS Heroes Invitational. -coach Jamie Jimison