The Sapulpa Ping Pings are once again state champs. Paisley Williams said the team is making history again.
“Your Sapulpa Ping Pings are not only 6A Kick State Champions and Overall High Point Kick Champions, but for only the second time in the history of this storied program, the Sapulpa Pings are OSDTDA GRAND CHAMPIONS with their Kick routine! The highest scoring routine across all classes 1A-6A and all dance genres belongs to us!” Williams said. “We also received 3rd place overall for Senior Large Ensemble and the Outstanding Choreography award goes to our incredible Coach Molly Heritage for this incredible kick routine!”
VYPE: What grade are you in and when did you know you wanted to become a Ping Ping?
Paisley Williams: I’m a senior and I knew I wanted to be a Ping Ping since I was in elementary school and attended my first ping clinic. I always loved the white boots!
VYPE: Most people don’t realize the hard work that goes into being a Ping Ping. Talk about how much time you spend in practice.
PW: We practice every day for about 2-3 hours. We go in sometimes as early as 6 o’clock and we’re there until almost 9.
VYPE: What do you love most about your teammates?
PW: We’re super close, we have a family dynamic and no matter how hard practice is, we can always rely on each other to be there.
VYPE: Do you belong to any other clubs or groups at school?
PW: I am student council president, I’m part of National Honor Society, athletic leadership and I am in Indian education.
VYPE: Who inspires you and why?
PW: My parents inspire me. They are the hardest working people I know, and they’ve taught me so many life lessons.
VYPE: What makes being a Ping Ping special to you?
PW: Being able to perform in front of all the little girls who hope to be in our places one day.
VYPE: What’s the best advice you have ever been given?
PW: “People are going to like you for you, if they don’t, they don’t deserve you.”
VYPE: What are your goals or plans after high school?
PW: I am in cosmetology school and I plan to finish that and open my own salon.
VYPE: Do you have a favorite teacher or subject in school?
PW: My favorite teacher is Mrs. Zimmerman; she has always helped me out whenever I’ve needed it and truly cares about her students.
VYPE: What do you enjoy doing with your free time?
PW: I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
