A week from today, the updated Line Drive 2029 HOT 100 rankings will begin and there’s a lot of talent we’ll be spotlighting.

The West Coast looks to be once again loaded with talent including Mikaela “KK” Williams, a skilled infielder from Murrieta, California with a tremendous bat which she’s used bat over .400 both at the club and high school levels.

As of today, her Murrieta Mesa High Rams are 23-1 and ranked 6^th in the country in the most recent Line Drive SUPER 70 National High School Softball Rankings which was published last Thursday.

On the travel ball side, KK helped her Athletics Mercado – Cook/Aguilera team win the AZ Last Blast in January and then led her high school team to the title at the Dave Kops Tournament of Champions in Bullhead City, Ariz. on March 17.

On the field, KK is an aggressive hitter and athletic infielder who is one of the top freshman in the country and alternately plays for one of the best high school softball programs and one of the elite travel ball organizations.

Here’s more on this player to watch from the Golden State…

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Name: Mikaela “KK” Williams
Hometown/ST: Murrieta, CA
Grad Year: 2029
Position(s): 2B/SS
Club Team: Athletics Mercado – Cook/Drew
High School (City/ST): Murrieta Mesa High
GPA: 3.4

In your eyes, what are some of the top honors and accomplishments you’ve achieved individually and with your teams?
Some of my top accomplishments include being a consistent starter on both my high school and travel ball teams, going 40 straight wins between travel and high school and always staying above a .400 batting average.

What’s been your most memorable softball experience?
My most memorable experiences would be winning the Arizona Last Blast tournament in January and winning the Dave Kops tournament in February. These were high-pressure games where everyone had to step up.

What would you say are your strengths on the field?
My strengths are my softball IQ and speed.

Have you set personal goals for yourself for this year?
Yes, my goals for this year include being more consistent at the plate, improving my defensive range, and continuing to be a reliable teammate.

Do you have any softball superstitions?
I don’t believe in superstitions.

If you had to describe yourself in one word, what would it be on the field? Off the field?
On the field: competitive.
Off the field: laid back.

What’s been your favorite place you’ve played softball?
Definitely playing in the PGF Super Select in Tennessee.

What’s the biggest obstacle you’ve had to overcome in life?
One of my biggest obstacles I’ve had to overcome is balancing school and softball. Playing ball in high school and having to make up missing work can be stressful.

What drives you to play the game of softball?
I think what drives me to play softball is just the joy I have playing it. It’s such a fun game, and it’s very technical. There’s always something new to learn.

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OFF THE FIELD:

What’s your favorite softball item, like a preferred bat, glove, etc.?
My favorite item is my glove; it gets me through everything, and I love it so much.

Favorite item(s) in your closet:
My favorite items in my closet are probably my sweaters.

Favorite school subject:
My favorite school subject is Biology… I love the experiments.

The best way to unwind is…
Lying in my room, listening to music.

What would you say is your philosophy in life?
My philosophy is to live a good life and karma will take care of the rest.

If you have 30 minutes to shop and $100 to spend, where do you go?
I would go to the mall.

What’s playing in your headphones right now?
Spring into Summer by Lizzy McAlphine.

Which celebrity would you like most to hang out with?
I would like to hang out with Zendaya.

What’s been your favorite vacation or place you’ve visited?
My favorite vacation was when I went on a cruise to Mexico and the Bahamas.

If you were stranded on a desert island, what’s the one thing you’d want to have with you? (Sorry: it can’t be a phone, as there are no cell towers nearby!)
I would want to have my friend Alanna Cavazos with me.

If you could have dinner with anyone… living or dead… who would it be?
I would want to have dinner with my Grandpa one last time. He was my biggest supporter.

Favorite college uniform (and why):
Honestly, I really like UCLA’s uniforms because I love the UCLA Blue and Gold.

What worries you most about what classmates your age will face in the future?
Probably graduating, finding a lifelong career and being able to afford a house.

If you won a million dollars and had to spend it all in 24 hours, how would you spend it?
I would spend it on myself and some friends and my family.

Calories aside, what food could you eat and never get sick of?
I could eat Takis and never get sick of them. Ever!

Best talent off the field?
I am a pro Fortnite player (laughs)!

What have you learned most about yourself over the last year or two?
I have learned that I am more resilient than I thought. I’ve been able to push through challenges and keep improving, even when things don’t go my way.

Who inspires you (athletically & non-athletically):
I’m inspired by my teammates who compete at a high level and stay consistent under pressure, and my family inspires me because of their support and dedication.

Finally, what’s one thing or accomplishment about you that is unusual or unique that few know (until now)?
I was in theater in middle school—it fit my dramatic personality!