by Mike Matzinger
Eli Richards is finishing his senior year at Georgia’s Mill Creek High School with an exceptional track record of leadership, discipline, and achievement.
A multi-sport athlete and standout football player, Eli has committed to play at Georgia State University’s football program while maintaining a 4.36 GPA. He’s also a state qualifier in track and set a school weight room record.
On March 21, Eli reached another major milestone, earning the rank of Eagle Scout alongside a classmate. His Eagle Scout service project, building a storage shed for the track team, required months of planning, adaptation, and coordination with more than 25 volunteers.
What stands out most is how consistently Eli applies the principles of Scouting to every area of his life. Leadership, accountability, and perseverance show up in the classroom, on the field, and in service to others.