Vanguard University

The athlete: Jenna returns for season number three as a Lion after appearing in 14 games as a sophomore in 2007…had three shots and two on goal in 2007…scored a goal and racked up three assists in 20 games in 2006 as a freshman…graduated from Moorpark High School in 2006…played soccer for Coach Frank Paletta at MHS where she was an All-League second team selection in the Miramonte League…also received the Captain’s and Principal’s Awards at MHS…also played club soccer for the Camarillo Eagles…has played the game for 14 years…good size and strength…brings a solid presence to the backfield defense…has quality experience…team leader.

The person: Jenna was born on September 19, 1988 in Moorpark, California to her parents John and Karen…has two sisters and a brother-in-law…majoring in Psychology…likes to eat sushi…favorite movie is "Green Street Hooligans"…watches "House" and “Boston Legal” on television …loves the colors green and blue…prefers the number 20…favorite Bible verse is Romans 5:3…enjoys snow boarding, wake boarding, surfing, swimming, and just hanging out…believes the most important personal characteristics are loyalty and integrity…most respects her parents for their unconditional love and incredible character…soccer has taught her about patience, teamwork, reliability and determination.

Her thoughts: What I like most about VU is the location, size and Christian atmosphere.

Coach Dodge’s comments:  Jenna has a laid back personality that makes coaching her a joy.