Lily Thornton

I am the baby of 3 caring daughters. I began my journey in Grapevine, TX and moved to Granbury when I was one. My family has supported me throughout all my years in school with all my crazy schedules and activities. I wouldn't be anywhere without them or this awesome community.

Middle school band was never the most entertaining thing, but high school is when the love came. Being a part of the Pride of Granbury has taught me the value of teamwork. Over the past 4 years we have gone from a group that never won to a group that wins at least one award at each opportunity.

Ever since I've started school, I've been able to dribble a basketball. I've been a part of several successful teams, and I played along side the coaching of the famous Leta Andrews. Basketball has always been a hobby and passion of mine and will continue to be after high school.

Like basketball, I've been able to swing a bat and throw a ball since kindergarten. After a short break in playing in 6th grade, I picked it back up again in high school. I have been a part of successful teams and have earned honors such as All- District First Team and Academic All- District.

One of my toughest decisions in life was to leave this sport. I played from 5th grade through Sophomore year. Band and volleyball had overlapping seasons, and the time had come to choose one. The bonds I made in volleyball have stuck with me since the day I decided to put up the knee pads.

The greatest bonds in life I have made are through this church. Activities like mission trip have taught me to give more instead of receive. I have learned all the aspects of God's love. I have shared his love with others in ways I never thought imaginable, and for that I am forever grateful.