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HIGH SCHOOL: Played four years (2005-08) at Denton’s Billy Ryan High School…saw time at both third base and shortstop for the Raiders…as a senior in 2008 she was chosen for the All-District 5-4A second team…in 2007, her stellar play helped Ryan to a runner-up finish at the UIL Class 4A Texas State Tournament…also picked as the 2007 District 5-4A Defensive Player of the Year…was a high school teammate of fellow Pioneer freshman Brysten Luster…garnered District 5-4A All-Academic honors in 2007…played select softball for both the Denton Doom (2000-05) and Denton Impact (2005-2008).

PERSONAL: A history major…born Sept. 19, 1989…the daughter of Karen and Chris Raabe and Gary LaMonica…hobbies include playing tennis, coaching baseball and softball, working with kids, and hanging out with friends and family.

Getting to know Jessica...

Favorite Movie? A League of Their Won
Favorite TV show? One Tree Hill
Favorite book? A Bend in the Road by Nicholas Sparks      
If you could go anywhere in the world where would you go? Greece
Favorite Band or Musical Group? George Straight
What is your pre-game ritual? Put my left shoe on before the right and eat cheerios
Favorite restaurant? Mazatlans
What is your favorite quote? “The harder you work the harder it is to surrender” –Vince Lombardi
What are 3 things you always have with you? Cell Phone, necklace, and some type of snack
Who is your role model? My Mom and Derek Jeter
What is your most prized possession? My teddy bear
What are your hobbies (outside of your sport)? Playing tennis and hanging out with my friends
What is your greatest ambition? To become a successful teacher

In 10 years, I will be: Teaching and coaching hopefully with a happy family