SCOUT OF THE YEAR
Middle Tennessee Council is seeking nominations to be considered for “Scout of the Year”. Please use the form below to nominate a Scout that has demonstrated exceptional Scout spirit, leadership, heroism, community service or citizenship, either in his/her Scout unit or personal life. We will select one Cub Scout, one Scouts BSA, one Venturing Youth, one STEM Scout and one Sea Scout/Explorer to represent the
council. Each youth must be registered in a pack, troop, crew, ship or post within the Middle Tennessee Council at the time of nomination.
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Click here to download a form to nominate a Scout that has demonstrated exceptional Scout spirit, leadership, heroism, community service or citizenship, either in his/her Scout unit or personal life.
2025 Scouts of the Year
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CONNOR EMMONS, WEBELOS PACK 80
Connor Emmons, from Cub Scout Pack 80 in the James E. West District at St. Henry’s Catholic School, was attending a swim lesson when he saw a young girl struggling to stay above water elsewhere in the pool. Connor tried to get the instructor’s attention but when unable to do so he went to where she was and held her above water until the instructors could reach them. Connor used skills learned in Scouting to stay calm and focused. For his bravery in the face of imminent danger to another, Connor rose above and beyond to be a Scout of the Year.
SAVANNAH AMAN, LIFE, TROOP 247, CREW 536
Savannah is a dedicated leader in Scouting and her community, maintaining a 3.65 GPA while exemplifying the Scout spirit. As Senior Patrol Leader for Troop 247, she mentored younger Scouts and earned her Life Scout. She also holds leadership roles as Vice President of Crew 536 and as a member of the Girl Scouts Teen Leadership Council and Troop 242. Additionally, she is deeply involved in bowling, serving as Sargent of Arms for Hooper Junior Bowlers League at Hooper Bowling Center on Fort Campbell where she coaches younger bowlers, while also competing for Clarksville High School and at the national level in the Junior Gold Championships.
GAVIN HAMPTON, EAGLE, TROOP 8
Since his days as a Cub Scout in Pack 6, Gavin has grown from an eager boy into an impressive young man. Since joining Troop 8 in 2020, he has served in leadership roles including Patrol Leader, Quartermaster, and Den Chief, leading by example with patience, maturity, and a commitment to helping others succeed. Beyond Scouting, Gavin is the starting quarterback at Riverdale High School and excels academically, balancing athletics, academics, and Scouting with focus and integrity. He has also completed challenging high-adventure experiences such as Philmont, where his perseverance and teamwork stood out. Always willing to lend a hand or mentor others, Gavin truly embodies the spirit of Scouting through his leadership, service, and character.
JOHN (JACK) HUGHES, JR., EAGLE, TROOP 13, CREW 13
Jack, an Eagle Scout from Troop 13 in Franklin, TN, has earned over 40 merit badges and mentors younger Scouts. His Scouting experience includes six Boxwell Summer Camps, staffing two Winter Camps, a 2024 Sea Base adventure, and two Philmont treks, backpacking over 300 miles. He is Nendawan Chapter VP in the Order of the Arrow, attended the 2024 NOAC, and served as Elangomat three times. After completing NYLT in 2023, he returned as staff in 2024. He is also in Venturing Crew 113. Jack has completed over 600 service hours and will graduate with a volunteer-focused diploma. Academically, he has a 4.27 GPA, scored a 32 on the ACT, and participates in robotics and track. He plans to study wildlife management and remain active in Scouting.