By Ken Hansard 

Joplin High School senior guard and student / athlete Cooper Williams spoke to VYPE SPORTS in a recent interview. 

VYPE SPORTS: What are your personal goals for the year?  

Williams: My foremost personal goal for this season is for our team to be competitive in every game we play. I want to win all the close games.  

VYPE SPORTS: What is your favorite athletic memory? 

Williams: My favorite athletic memory is of us winning the Carthage tournament my sophomore year.  

VYPE SPORTS: What teammate has left the biggest impression on you and why? 

Williams: All Wright left the biggest impression on me because he showed what a real work ethic was.  He also set an example for us as to what a desire to do anything to win looked like.  

VYPE SPORTS: What is your favorite part of being on this team? 

Williams: My favorite part of being on this team is that I always know my teammates will always have my back no matter what.  That goes for every member of the team, 

VYPE SPORTS: What accolades (in any sport or activity) are you most proud of? 

Williams: My most cherished accolade is a simple one – just lettering in varsity sports throughout high school.  

VYPE SPORTS: Any other sports or activities? 

Williams: I’m involved in a club called Peer Buddies.  It’s a great club because it allows you to build friendships that can last a lifetime. I also like the fact that it gives you the chance to make someone’s day better.  

VYPE SPORTS: What has your sport taught you that you use in your daily life? 

Williams: Sports has taught me how to work hard at something, and that has transferred over into the classroom and other activities that I participate in.  

VYPE SPORTS: Who inspires you and why? 

Williams: My parents inspire me with their hard work and dedication they take to their jobs and lives day in and day out. They also continue to work hard no matter the situation.