Enzo Paylaga, an eighth grader from Norris Middle School, is representing Kern County at the 100th Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.
- Enzo Paylaga, an 8th grader from Norris Middle School, is representing Kern County in the 100th Scripps National Spelling Bee.
- He began competing in spelling bees in 5th grade and won the Kern County competition to qualify for nationals.
- Despite some nerves, Enzo says spelling is fun and compares it to solving a puzzle.
BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:
Can you spell your way to the top? 23 ABC spoke with the Kern County Scripps Spelling Bee winner right as he heads off to the National Spelling Bee.
This year marks a historic milestone as the Scripps National Spelling Bee celebrates its 100th anniversary! With over 243 spellers competing from all across the country, the excitement is visible…