By Helen Chizmazia and Madison Gaillard – Advocate Editors

Jonathan Law seniors Caroline Doyle and John Neider recently received the 2022-2023 SCC Scholar Athlete Award.

Both were nominated by staff and honored at a banquet at Anthony’s in New Haven. 

Doyle is a four-year member of the girls tennis team and Neider is a 12-season athlete in football, basketball, and baseball.

“I felt so happy after receiving the award,” Doyle said. “I was honored that the administration thought of me when selecting a student for the award.”

Doyle is one of the captains of the tennis team this season.

“I am very proud of the accomplishment,” Doyle said. “The award encapsulated everything I had done throughout high school.”

On top of her athletic responsibilities, Doyle maintained the role of Key Club District Governor, managing events and activities while giving back to the community. She is also the Vice President of the National Honor Society and Social Media Manager for the SAVE Promise Club. 

“I think there were several things that led to me receiving this award, including Key Club, tennis, and the other clubs I have been involved with here at Law,” Doyle said. “They have all taught me how to be a leader and to do great things.”

Doyle is attending George Washington University in the fall with the intention of majoring in Political Science. 

Neider, who was this year’s Gatorade Football Player of the Year and Walter Camp Player of the Year, was excited to win the Scholar Leader Award. 

“Winning the Scholar Leader Award means a lot,” Neider said. “It is really cool being recognized for the hard work I have put into the classroom.” 

At the ceremony, Doyle was also awarded a $500 Bill O’Brien Scholarship for an essay she wrote about the importance of being a leader at Law.

“I took away from the experience that very opportunity is only what I make of it, and that I can succeed at anything if I apply myself,” Doyle said.