Age: 15

Grade: 10th

Event: Literary Criticism

How long you've been competing in UIL: 7 years; Since 3rd grade.

What's the most challenging/nerve-wracking thing about your event: Waiting for results

First thing you'll do when you win: Take a nap.

Past honors in the event: 1st at District last year, 1st District team twice, 2nd at District this year, 4th at Region this year

Extracurricular activities/other UIL events: Ready Writing, Headline Writing, One-Act Play, BETA Club

College plans: I'd like to major in English, but I haven't decided on colleges yet.

Birthplace: Eastland, TX