Thomas Jefferson High School senior Kaycee Palomo, fastpitch, is the Federal Way Mirror Female Athlete of the Week for March 31.

Q: What is your favorite subject/class in school?

A: Photography.

Q: What hobbies do you enjoy outside of your sport?

A: Reading.

Q: Who is the person in your life that has helped you succeed the most?

A: My club softball coach.

Q: What is the best advice you were ever given when it comes to your sport?

A: Mistakes help you succeed.

Q: Describe your pre-game ritual and your favorite post-game meal.

A: Pre: I listen to Justin Beiber. Post: Sour Patch Kids.

Q: Song you currently can’t stop listening to?

A: Any country song.

From the sidelines: TJHS senior Kaycee Palomo is the Raiders starting shortstop in her senior year as a four-year varsity returner. She hits for power and leads her team in stolen bases. She is a hard worker on and off the field and has battled a lot of adversity this year. She continues to show her commitment to her team.