Lauren Tieche Class: Freshman Hometown: Jamestown, N.Y. High School: Forest Height: 5-1 Event: Western Birthdate: 11/19/1992

LAUREN DIANE TIECHE...born Nov. 19, 1992 in Jamestown, N.Y...the daughter of Steven and Jill Tieche...has 10 years' riding experience and prefers Reining...National Reining Horse Association Limited Non-Pro World Champion for her age division in 2008, and also the NRHA Youth 14-18 Reserve World Champion...most recently, her honors included 14-18 Youth Southeast Affiliate finals championship; American Ranch Horse Association Championship at Youth 14-18; National Reining Breeders Classic circuit champion in Youth; NRBC 3rd place in Limited Non-Pro division; and a Reserve Championship in All-American Quarter Horse Congress...chose UGA because it's where she felt most comfortable...also considered attending South Carolina and Auburn...works with trainer Charlie Smith...includes ice cream, country & rap music and all UGA teams among her personal favorites.