Age: 17

Grade: 11

Event: News Writing and Social Studies

How long you’ve been competing: News Writing 2 years; Social Studies 1 year

What’s the most challenging/nerve-wracking thing about your event: News-knowing the lead; Social Studies-remembering the dates

First thing you’ll do when you win: Call my Dad

Past honors in the event: Regional 5th Place in news last year

Extracurricular activities/other UIL events: FCCLA; NHS; Student Council

College plans: Major in journalism at UNT

Birthplace: Colorado City, TX

One thing your parents, a sibling or even a best friend might not know about you: I have to borrow one of Mrs. Conner’s pencils at every UIL contest