Congratulations to Savannah Ornelas on being named to the 2020 CCCAA Scholar-Athlete Honor Roll. Ornelas has completed two degrees and a certificate at Chaffey College and is currently pursuing her bachelors degree at Cal State San Bernardino. Ornelas is an all-around embodiment of "Panther Pride" excelling on the field and in the classroom while working and helping her family. "She's always there for her teammates," commented Head Coach Grace Cooper. "She's the prime example of an exceptional student-athlete and will excel at anything she sets her mind to."
"This is a prestigious accomplishment," said Dr. Timi Brown, Chaffey College Athletic Director, "we are extremely proud of Savannah's dedication and commitment to the classroom. She is a true student-athlete, and one of Chaffey College's best!"
The Scholar Athlete Award is the highest student achievement honor awarded annually by the CCCAA. The winners, along with the rest of the annual honor roll, are selected by the CCCAA Awards Committee from nominations made by community colleges throughout California.
Candidates for the Scholar Athlete Award must carry a minimum GPA of 3.5 and must also show outstanding leadership as an athlete, student, or in other college and community activities, as well as have participated in two seasons of sport at a California community college.
Ornelas will be honored by the CCCAA in a virtual ceremony March 31st.
Learn more about Savannah at https://youtu.be/x0mrsqUYyzA.