Wingspan: What inspired you to start baseball?

Kelly: “What inspired me to start playing was because my mom watched it growing up and always talked about her favorite players.”

Wingspan: What keeps you motivated to stay in the sport?

Kelly: “Wanting to win and compete is what keeps me motivated to keep playing everyday.”

Wingspan: What is the most difficult thing about baseball?

Kelly: “The most difficult thing is staying confident while hitting.”

Wingspan: What is the biggest benefit of being in the sport?

Kelly: “Creating a bond with my team is one of the many benefits of playing.”

Wingspan: What’s it’s like being on the team?

Kelly: “Having a group of people who have you back.”

Wingspan: What pumps you up/motivates you before a game?

Kelly: “Listening to music and jumping around usually gets me ready and pumps me up.”

Wingspan: What is your pregame ritual?

Kelly: “Rubbing my coach’s bald heads is something I do before every game.”