Vanguard University

The Athlete: Jessica becomes a member of the Vanguard University swim team after two years as a student at VU?came to the Lions via Rincon High School in Tucson, Arizona?graduated RHS in 2007?swam for Mike Ward, alongside sister and current VU teammate Davina Ellis at Rincon?was the team captain as a senior?was a member of the varsity each of her four high school seasons?also swam for Ford Aquatics and Gold Aquatics club programs?has been swimming competitively for ten years.

The Person: Jessica was born on June 26, 1989, to parents Dave and Cindy?was born in Tucson, Arizona?has two sisters, one older and one younger?plans on majoring in History and Political Science?likes to eat at "BJ's"?favorite TV show is "Gossip Girl"?roots for the University of Arizona?hobbies include working out, concerts, eating and shopping?believes honesty and happiness are the most important characteristics for a person to have?most respects the Knoche family for their strength and faith?life has taight her to live, laugh, and love?has learned determination and drive from swimming?career goal is to do something she loves.

Her Thoughts: I came to Vanguard because of the family I have here.