March 6, 2013
Every Wednesday over the next five weeks we will feature Mizzou soccer's newest additions. This week we get to know Lauren Selaiden.
The Facts
Hometown: Carrollton, Texas
Position: Midfielder
Height: 5'9"
Parents: Jim and April
Club Team: Dallas Sting
Club Coach: Kenny Medina
High School Creekview
High School Coaches: Heather Medlen
Lauren's Noteworthy Accolades
Helped the Sting to the 2011 and 2010 USYS National Championship ... The club also earned the ECNL National Championship, the ECNL Las Vegas Showcase title and the Region III crown ... Captain of the Creekview High School team all four years ... Named to the NSCAA All-Region VI team as a senior ... Also earned all-district honors and Offensive Player of the Year accolades during her prep career ... Member of the National Honor Society and earned the Presidential Award.
Mizzou Head Coach Bryan Blitz on Lauren
"Lauren is someone who possesses a great understanding on how the game is played."
Club coach Kenny Medina on Lauren
"I was very, very excited for Lauren and more so for our organization. I've known Bryan for many years and the players who have come from our program to play for him in the past have really enjoyed their experience. I believe Lauren will add a dimension to this team with her ball striking ability from distance as a scoring threat for Bryan. Her passion ability is very good and will influence the players around her. She's a very, very hardworking player. I just think that overall, it will be a good situation for Lauren and for the Tigers."