Senior Hero's: Kaya Ludgood, George County

Mississippi Senior Heros 2020


Name: Kaya Ludgood

School: George County High School

Q: What does your training look like right now given the current situation?

A: I am prepping for throwing in College with the 7.26kg. Training is going well just trying to get used to the heavier weight!

Q: What are you doing to stay busy other than throw right now?

A: Online homework, Lifting, Studying Throws, and Video Games!

Q: What was your most memorable race/moment?

A: My Sophomore Year winning state/breaking 50ft for the first time on my LAST throw.

Q: What was the funniest thing that happened during your throwing career?

A: Probably when I fell out the ring and face planted.

Q: Who would you consider your biggest competition over your four years?

A: Me, Myself, and I

Q: What was your greatest accomplishment?

A: Giving all I had for the 4 years I've thrown. Sadly I didn't get to complete everything I wanted this year.

Q: If you could do it all over again what would you change about your throwing career in high school?

A: Doing Rotational Shot from the start.

Q: What were the most difficult obstacles you had to overcome?

A: Injuries and Mental Plateaus when throwing.

Q: What will you miss the most?

A: My friends and the atmosphere

Q: What advice would you give to younger athletes?

A: Don't worry about your ranking and don't let yourself think it isn't possible. Have a great training regime and be consistent!

Q: What kind of an impact has your coach had on you and your team?

A: My coaches have kept me down to earth and have helped become a better person in general.

Q: What are your college plans?

A: Continue throwing at the University of Southern Miss!

Q: Who would you like to say 'thank you' to?

A: Thank you to my Parents, Coach Pearson, Coach Warren, and Coach Brian (SlingShot Throws)

Q: Is there anything else you'd like to add?

A: Would've had a phenomenal year.. just disappointed I couldn't prove it!

Q: Favorite Meal?

A: One Big Burrito from the Mexican Restaurant on Highway 26!!

Q: If you could be any animal what would you choose? and why?

A: Honestly I couldn't tell you! I have no clue haha.

Q: Your favorite superhero?

A: Easy. Goku!