The sport of football inspires values of character, leadership and teamwork. Each season, the Colts High School Woman of the Year program will recognize Indiana high school football players who exemplify these values on and off the field.
An internal selection panel, composed of various Colts staff members, vote on the top selections, with a heavy focus on community involvement. Nominees will be evaluated based on their work in the community, academic accomplishment and football performance. The Colts will recognize the winner with a donation to the winner's non-profit or community group of choice.
After reviewing nominations and internal selection panel discussions, the Indianapolis Colts are happy to announce that Adelaide Galbreath of Cardinal Ritter High School as the 2025 High School Woman of the Year.
As the Ritter Girls Flag Football's inaugural captain, her leadership and on-field performance were instrumental in the program's success. As the team's first starter at QB illustrates the trust that her coaches have in her.
Adelaide has worked with the following organizations as a volunteer in some capacity:
- St Susanna Church
- Gift Kindness
- Plainfield Optimist Club
- Cardinal Ritter Ambassador Club
- CRHS Latin Club
"Addie represents the very best of what high school students can achieve when they combine academic excellence with genuine service to others" said Leo-Anthony Ortiz, Ritter's head coach. "She has not only excelled in multiple areas but has done so while maintaining a spirit of service and dedication to lifting others up. Her combination of athletic excellence, academic achievement, community service, and natural leadership abilities positions her as someone who will continue to make significant contributions to whatever community she joins next."
2025 High School Woman of the Year Finalists
Macy Little – Penn High School
- Senior Safety
- 2025 Team Captain
- Volunteer Experience with 3 different Non-Profit Organizations
- PHS Honor Roll
- Key Club, DECA, Girls Basketball
Thailynn Xayarath – Wayne High School
- Senior Defensive Back
- Volunteer Experience with 3 different Non-Profit Organizations
- WHS High Honors
- Track + Field, Interact Club, Athletic Counsel, Cheerleading All Star
