9 Questions with Yukon’s Aiyana Mitchell – Softball Spotlight – Presented by Shelter Insurance Roger Karns Agency- Michael Snodgrass Affiliate Agent

Yukon’s Aiyana Mitchell

VYPE: Aiyana, what grade are you in and what position are you playing on the Yukon softball team?

Aiyana Mitchell: I’m a sophomore and I play 3rd base.

VYPE: What’s the toughest part about playing 3rd base?

AM: The toughest part about being a 3rd baseman is the hot shots that comes with being that close to the hitter.

VYPE: What is the strength of your game?

AM: My strength is my leadership, and I would say my weakness is confidence just within myself.

VYPE: Who inspires you?

AM: My stepdad inspires me because of the way he has presented himself in my life and by a role model for me.

VYPE: What do you love about your team and teammates?

AM: I love how much our team comes together after every game win or lose we stick together.

VYPE: What does it mean to you to represent your school?

AM: Representing Yukon is special for me because my older sister played for Yukon as well and I get to a chance to play with my twin sister.

VYPE: What current or former teammate left an impression on you?

AM: Peyton Golden has made a big impression on me because she constantly has my back and makes me laugh when I’m going through a hard time.

VYPE: What would you like to do after you graduate?

AM: I want to go on to play Division I college softball.

VYPE: Last question. If you were stranded on an island, name three people you would want with you?

AM: My mom, stepdad, and twin sister.