Franklin-Simpson High School
GPA: 3.89
Sport: Basketball
Congratulations to Franklin-Simpson Wildcat LaReesha Cawthorn on being recognized as Toyota of Bowling Green Scholar Athlete. LaReesha is not only a great basketball player, but she is an amazing human being. She is a wonderful role model for the youth in Franklin.
LaReesha has a full schedule which includes college courses at the local tech school and being a peer tutor in FMD classroom (Functionally and Mentally Disabled).
She exemplifies what it means to be a student-athlete. She is one of the best players in the state, but she still makes time to talk to the many people that want to stop and talk to her.
Sports Achievements:
- 2025 Player of the Year Region 4
- All District Tournament Team- 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- All Regional Tournament Team- 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Academic Achievements:
- Enrolled in multiple Advanced Placement Classes
- Top 10% In the Class of 2025
LaReesha will be continuing her education post-graduation as a golden eagle at Tennessee Tech University. She received a full athletic scholarship to this prominent University.
About Toyota Scholar Athlete
During the sports season, student-athletes are recognized as outstanding Scholar-Athletes and are awarded a one-time $500 scholarship courtesy of Toyota of Bowling Green & Toyota of Gallatin. The Student-Athlete nominee must be a senior going into the current school year. Additional requirements and nomination form can be found by clicking on the red dropdown tab at this link| Here