Meet the Krewe: Volleyball

AVA KENNON
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Birthday: January 6
Previous school: Glenda Dawson HS
Go-to karaoke song: "I'd Rather Go Blind" – Beyonce
TV show you watched in entirety: Bridgerton
Favorite food: Pho
One word to describe you: Chill
 
Why the University of New Orleans:
I love the conference and you never get bored in the city
 
What would you tell your younger self:
It will get better. Just keep pushing yourself and don't be lazy.
 
What is your goal in life:
To become successful
 
Favorite thing about New Orleans:
The food
 
One thing you can't live without:
My brother
 
 
LANI ALLEMAN
Nickname: Betty
Year: Sophomore
Hometown: Napoleonville, Louisiana
Birthday: November 29
Previous school: Assumption HS
Go-to karaoke song: "Beautiful Girls" – Sean Kingston
TV show you watched in entirety: Friends
Favorite food: Spaghetti
One word to describe you: Outgoing
 
Why the University of New Orleans:
The culture
 
What would you tell your younger self:
You made it girl! Keep working!
 
What is your goal in life:
To become a successful occupational therapist with a loving husband and beautiful kids
 
Favorite thing about New Orleans:
The malls
 
One thing you can't live without:
My family because they are my biggest supporters
 
 
KAILA BAKER
Year: Freshman
Hometown: Derwood, Maryland
Birthday: August 4
Previous school: Paint Branch HS
Go-to karaoke song: "Without Me" – Eminem
TV show you watched in entirety: Brooklyn 99
Favorite food: Pizza
One word to describe you: Passionate
 
Why the University of New Orleans:
I wanted a good combination of art and sport.
 
What would you tell your younger self:
Everything will turn out alright. Take risks and enjoy yourself.
 
What is your goal in life:
Become a self employed comic artist
 
Favorite thing about New Orleans:
The music and the people
 
One thing you can't live without:
My sketchbook
 
 
WE ARE YOUR KREWE
For 54 seasons, Privateer student-athletes have had the unique experience of wearing New Orleans across their chests.  Like the city itself, our sports teams have been fueled by resiliency, grit, and the unquenchable desire to win.  Our city also houses the nation's biggest celebration each year. And much like a Mardi Gras parade krewe, we are tethered to our community through pride, tradition, a culture of acceptance, and finally our commitment to show that New Orleans is a world-class city to live, learn, play and work. We invite you to become more involved with the only University that truly represents New Orleans all day, every day.  Join #NOLAsTeam, We Are Your Krewe! 
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