Lea Allen  
    Lea Allen

    Class:
    Sophomore
    Hometown:
    Saline, Mich.
    High School:
    Saline
    Height:
    5-6
    Position:
    Backstroke

    2010-11: Became an all-around threat for the Saints as a freshman, swimming in free, back, fly, and I.M. events...Finished third in 100 fly (1:04.49) at first collegiate meet against regional power New Hampshire...Recorded tenth-fastest 100 fly time by a MAAC freshman (1:02.51) in win over Holy Cross.

    BEFORE SIENA: Earned four varsity letters at Saline...Second-team All-American as a senior...Made Junior Olympic team as a sophomore and junior...Qualified for the state championships every year she swam, and led Saline to their first-ever conference title and a runner-up finish at states in 2010...Also earned three varsity letters as a member of the water polo team.

    PERSONAL: Born December 10th, 1991...The daughter of Jay and Janet Allen...Has a younger brother, Lucas...An education major who aspires to be a sixth-grade teacher...Enjoys camping, reading, watching movies, and hanging out with friends...Chose Siena for its academic prestige and the ability to both swim and play water polo...Also recruited by Brown, Colorado State, Hartwick, Occidental, University of the Pacific, and Villanova.

    KUETERMAN ON ALLEN: "Although battling injuries this year, I look for Lea to build upon last season, add depth to our relays and contribute in the sprint freestyle and backstroke events."

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