Vanguard University

The Athlete

• Coached by Rod Cree at Hughson High School in Hughson, California
• Four-time member of CIF Division 5 Section Champion
• Four-year scholar-athlete
• All District and All League selection for Trans Valley League
• Also played Volleyball in high school
• Has played Softball for ten years
• Has played travel ball for multiple organizations.

The Person

• Born in Modesto, California on July 23
• Parents are Derek Ross and Carol Ross
• Likes watching “The Vampire Diaries” on TV
• Roots for UCLA and the LA Dodgers
• Favorite place to eat is dad’s Pizza Factory in Modesto
• Loves the movie How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days
• Enjoys shopping at TJ Maxx and photography
• Prefers the color purple and the number 2

Coach Renkoski’s comments:  “Payton brings a lot of softball talent to the team, and has worked hard and blended well with all team members.  She has a great long career ahead of her and will have the opportunity to make a big mark on the program.”