Connor McClain, a senior at Issaquah High School, was named the December Red Robin Scholar Athlete of the Month by the Issaquah Booster Club and Red Robin Restaurant.

McClain’s varsity basketball coach, Jeff Altchech, nominated his young player.

“Connor always plays hard and competes like there is no tomorrow,” he said. “He is a great teammate, never complains and is fun to coach.”

The camaraderie of team sports is obviously something that’s important to McClain.

“This year’s team is a good group of guys and we are all playing together as a team,” he said.

McClain has been a player on the varsity squad for 2 years as a forward.

In addition to rebounding and shooting on the court, McClain shows his skill on the turf when he plays defense for the Issaquah Lacrosse Team.

He was a member of the 2008 team that won the Washington State Championship.

McClain currently volunteers for “Athletes for Kids” and is a mentor for a young boy in the area.

He hopes to attend the University of Washington next fall.

His hard work and dedication have made him a shining example to represent Issaquah High School.