Ella Conlon, a senior at Marian Central Catholic High School, is the daughter of Sean Conlon, Crystal Lake. She was nominated by her guidance counselor, who wrote that Ella epitomizes Marian – “energetic, involved, all natural leader who always does all of these things with a bright smile on her face.” Ella is a […]
Marian Central Catholic High School sophomore Ella Conlon is a leader on and off the volleyball court, pushing her teammates and holding herself to the same standard. She’s a versatile player who will do whatever it takes to get the sideout. A middle blocker, Ella leads the East Suburban Catholic Conference with 32 blocks […]
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