Anadarko High School’s Aubree Price

Anadarko High School sophomore tennis player Aubree Price is already making a name for herself with the Lady Warriors, but for her, success starts at home. Inspired by the example of both her parents, Price said they are the ones who keep her grounded and motivated on and off the court.

“My mom because she’s worked hard to get where she’s at right now, and when she gets home from a long day of workshe still takes care of us and makes sure we’re taking good care of,” Price said. “I’d also like to say my dad inspires me because he was an awesome tennis player in high school, and so that means I get to try and make my way up to where he was.”

Now in the 10th grade, Price balances her love for tennis with a strong interest in the classroom. Her favorite subject is biology, and she still remembers her favorite teacher, Mrs. Taylor, from first grade, as someone who helped shape her early school experience.

On the court, Price embraces both the highs and lows of competition and the unique emotions that come with every rally.

“It feels good to call out to my opponent, but I also know the feeling of when you make a good shot and it goes out,” she said.

For Price, the best part of playing for Anadarko is the bond she shares with her teammates.

“What I enjoy most about being on the team is the friendships I’ve made since I’ve joined the team and I’m very grateful for them,” she said.

One of her favorite memories came not from a big win, but from a moment of sportsmanship.

“My favorite memory of a game is when my opponent was having a bad day and so I got to give her a hug and hyped her up to finish the match,” Price said.

Away from tennis, Price enjoys spending time with friends and family and taking care of her pigs. Athletics, she said, has taught her an important life lesson.

“What athletics has taught me is that when things get hard to never give up and keep pushing on,” she said.

Whether she is listening to music to get locked in before a match or looking forward to facing stronger opponents to test her game, Price said she would still play the sport simply for the joy it brings.

“I would play tennis for fun,” she said.