This week’s Spectrum News Scholar Athlete of the Week is Bryanna Swinson. Swinson is a senior at Averill Park High School.

Swinson, a five-year varsity soccer player and two-year captain, is described as a leader for all the girls in the soccer program. Swinson has been part of two soccer Section Two Class A championship teams and has equally been twice chosen as a Suburban Council All-Star.

Additionally, Swinson is a member of the Best Buddies and Science Club, and has been selected to attend the Suburban Council Leadership Summit. Along with soccer, Swinson is a part of the indoor and outdoor track and field.

Senator Daphne Jordan presented the award to Swinson at the Friday evening Troy versus Averill Park football game. Swinson will receive a $1,000 scholarship.