Vanguard University

The athlete: Lisa is back for her second go-round as a Lion, her junior campaign?played well in her first season as a member of the Blue and Gold?saw action in all 32 of VU's matches , starting 20 of them?recorded 153 kills?second on the team with 27 serving aces?also notched 172 digs?transferred from San Francisco State University, where she played her freshman season in 2008?recorded 100 kills, 170 digs and 28 serving aces?played for coach Gary Barton at La Quinta High School in La Quinta, California?was a four-year letter winner and a three-time co-captain?along with VU teammate Alex Leja, led her High School team to undefeated seasons her junior and senior years?played in the Desert Valley League, where she was named all-league three times and also League MVP?was named "The Desert Sun" Player of the Year...has played Volleyball for nine years?played seven seasons of club volleyball with the Desert Sports Volleyball Club and 951 Elite?will be an impact player for VUSC?the Lions need her to step up and play at a high level all season.

The person: Lisa was born on October 15, 1990, to her parents Scott and Brenda?will major in accounting at Vanguard?has an older sister, Sarah?enjoys eating at "Caf? Rio"?likes the movie "16 Candles" and the TV show "The King of Queens"?roots for Keri Walsh?favorite Bible verse is Psalms 118:24?likes the color purple and the number three?hobbies are concerts, water sports, and friends?most respects her mom for her loving selflessness?believes trust is the most important characteristics a person can have?has learned in life that the hard times make you appreciate the good times more?volleyball has taught her work ethic?career goal is to handle finances in the entertainment industry.

Her thoughts: My favorite things about Vanguard are the people, location, and my team!

Coach Booker's Comments: Lisa is our most consistent serve receive passer in practices and scrimmages. Her consistency and positive demeanor will help the cohesiveness of the team.