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Get To Know Future Cougar, Lauryn Payne

We asked the incoming freshmen some questions to get to know them better before they get to campus.

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Get to know the Cougars' incoming freshmen before they put on the Crimson and Gray next season. This week's future Coug featured not only starred on the soccer field but also spent time on the track. We get to know a little more about Lauryn Payne from Chino Hills, Calif.

What do you love about soccer?
I love the competitiveness and pace of the sport.  It also requires a team effort to win.

What made you want to be a Coug?
I love the WSU coaches, staff and facilities.  As soon as I stepped on the campus I could also feel the love and pride that the students feel for WSU, as well as the love the student athletes get.

What do you hope to get out of your time at Washington State?
I hope to get a great education, great soccer training and great life experiences with my friends, teammates and coaches.  

Who inspired you athletically to pursue your collegiate dreams? 
I was inspired by going to college games when I was young and watching players like Caprice Dydasco and Sydney Leroux