There is something unique about living in a small town. Everyone knows each other and they are there for each other. The community supports its local school and does what it can to cheer them on and help them succeed. Aubrey Kinsey is going to be a junior at Fairland High School in the fall. She says that she loves her community and is proud to be a part of it.
“I was born and raised in Fairland,” she said. My family is from Fairland so it means a lot to put on the red and white and represent them when I compete.”
Kinsey plays fast-pitch and slow-pitch softball for the Owls. Along with her sports, she is also a member of the National Honor Society, Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America, and the Gifted and Talented program.
Throughout her life and her softball career, there have been a number of people that have made an impact on Kinsey’s life. But she says that there are a few that have played a bigger part in who she is today.
“My coaches, including my dad, have been big influences by always pushing me to be my best,” she said. “My pitching coach, Hannah, has shown me what it is like to be successful and pitch at the collegiate level.
My former teammate Erica Schertz, has been a great role model by showing great leadership and success in the game while also being a great friend.”
As a student in the classroom, Kinsey has learned from many outstanding teachers but she has a few that are her favorites.
“Ms. Shaw has taught me that I don’t hate science after all,” she said. “She is very knowledgeable. My math teachers have been pretty great too.”
Success is not something that is just handed to you, instead, Aubrey says that it comes from a lot of work and preparation.
“It takes lots of practice outside of regular schedules practice,” she said. “Even when I don’t necessarily want to. I also have a desire to be successful and my parents are my biggest motivators.”
