Dexter, Missouri - The ShowMe Times Spotlight shines on Dexter athlete Riley Thornton. 

Riley is a senior on the Dexter High School tennis team and is the daughter of Monica Thornton. She considers her oldest brother Andrew Thornton as the father figure in her life.

Her grandparents include Bobbie Jackson of Cape Girardeau, Missouri. 

She is active in Sr. Beta Club, FCCLA, Future Teachers of America, Pep Club, Women's Choir, and Drama, Speech, and Debate. 

She made the honor roll during her high school years.

She enjoys writing, listening to music, ribbon dancing, singing, and cheerleading. 

After graduation she plans to attend Southeast Missouri State University to study acting and write movie scripts.

Riley is a member of First Baptist Church.