Whether she is in the circle, at shortstop or bringing the ball up the floor as a point guard, Blackwell High School sophomore Addison Trevizo is learning how to handle pressure and lead.
Trevizo, a 10th grader who plays softball and basketball for the Maroons, embraces the responsibility that comes with her roles. In softball, she splits time between pitcher and shortstop, two spots that demand constant focus and a steady voice. “The hardest part about shortstop is having to be quick and on my toes at all times,” Trevizo said. On the basketball court, she alternates between the wing and point guard, where every possession runs through quick decisions. “The hardest part about both of those positions is making quick decisions and handling pressure,” she said.
That mindset was shaped early at home. Trevizo said her parents are her biggest inspiration, both in sports and in life. “My parents, they’ve always supported me, whether it’s sports or the value of hard work, commitment, or never giving up,” she said. “They’ve never doubted me even during my hardest times.”
In the classroom, Trevizo gravitates toward problem-solving. She said she really enjoys geometry and still remembers her favorite teacher, Mrs. Sixkiller, from fourth grade. “She was sweet and helped me learn a lot,” Trevizo said.
On the diamond, Trevizo believes the best unwritten rule in softball is simple: respect. “It’s about playing with integrity, staying humble in wins, and handling losses with maturity,” she said. That approach carries over into how she sees her teams at Blackwell. “I love the teamwork, support, and bond we share,” Trevizo said. “The best part of sports isn’t just the game; it’s being able to share it with the people I love.”
Trevizo said sports have already taught her lessons she will carry beyond high school. “Sports have taught me work ethic, discipline, and being consistent, they’re key to improving and reaching my goals,” she said. At the plate, her process reflects that steady approach: stay locked in, find the right pitch and swing with confidence.
She credits teammates for keeping things light and competitive. She said Nina Glass and Tylee Rowe “bring so much energy and positivity to the group” and have a sense of humor that makes every practice more enjoyable. When it comes to all-out effort, she points to teammate Alexis Landwehr. “There’s no doubt she’ll dive whether it’s trying to make a play or running bases,” Trevizo said.
Trevizo describes herself and teammate Nora Glass as “the most competitive but also support each other the most,” a balance that shows up in tough environments. She said the hardest gyms are the small-town rival floors, where the crowd noise can make communication difficult and add pressure to every play.
