Jenks High School product, Kayla Adams, is off to a blazing start to the 2022 season. Adams and her teammates have a record of 11-2 coming into September. The team has outscored opponents 87- 32.
Now a senior, Adams is considered one of the top pitchers in the state and she can cover third base when needed. Coming into the season her ERA was 1.92 with a record of 19-8. Softball has been part of her life for as long as she can remember.
“I have been playing since I was seven years old. I am a pitcher first and I also play the corners and a little bit of outfield,” said Adams. “This year has been the prime of all years. The ’22 and ‘23 team has had this chemistry with an undeniable feeling. Being able to influence each other to be better for the team and their self is what has and keeps us going.”
Being part of the Jenks family is special for Adams and she’s never lost on what it means to represent her high school.
“Being able to play with my girls that put in the work during summer and apply them to girls that are still learning to love the game,” said Adams.
In the classroom, Adams said she enjoys all of her classes and teachers, but one stands out for her personally.
“My favorite subject is English. My favorite teacher is Mr. Foster. He’s my favorite because he taught how to express myself out of my comfort zone,” said Adams.
Away from sports, the senior said she enjoys spending time with her family, watching movies and shopping.
“My father has been a big influence on and off the field being at every lesson and pushing me to be the best in the classroom,” said Adams.
After graduation, Adams plans to attend college and work towards a career in athletics.
“I plan to continue my education on a scholarship to The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and becoming an Athletic Trainer or a Nurse,” said Adams.
When asked about her favorite moment as a Trojan and what advice she would give the younger student-athletes, Adams said, “compete.”
“Beating Broken Arrow and taking the last out by striking a girl out on the nastiest change-up is my favorite memory,” said Adams. “This is a game of mental. If mistakes aren’t made there is no lesson being taught. Compete. Earn your spot. It’s not where you’re from, it’s how you come.”
