Lauren emerged as a solid starter a season ago on the front line, and should continue to be a top performer for the Lady Bearcats in 2007.  Last year, she appeared in all 33 matches, averaging 1.94 kills while recording 83 blocks.  As a freshman, she appeared in four matches, with four kills, two blocks, and two digs.  High School: Four-year starter in volleyball... team captain senior season... named First Team All-Section in 2004... Also played basketball and softball  Personal: Born 8-6-87... Daughter of Tom and Christy Paddick... Majoring in English Education