Laker Girl Profile: Lana
Lana cherished working with Rihanna during NBA All-Star weekend
This is the thirteenth post of a weekly LA Times series that helps you get to know the Laker Girls
Mark Medina
LA Times Lakers Blog
March 24, 2011
Laker Girl name: Lana
Hometown: Victor Harbor, Australia
Area of Residence: Orange County, CA
High School: University of Washington. I attended many different high schools.
What prompted you to want to become a Laker Girl?I love the Lakers and wanted to dance for the best and most prestigious team in the nation!
What do you think stood out to the judging panel, about you, regarding your audition? I am not sure, there were so many amazing women! (maybe that I am from Australia?)
What do you think makes a good Laker Girl? Someone that loves to dance and that shows it when they perform out on the court. Someone that also likes basketball and the Lakers of course! And lastly, someone that is kind and positive – as we interact with the community of Los Angeles quite a bit.
What is your dance experience? I grew up dancing in a studio since I was 5 years of age. I have experience in tap, jazz, ballet, lyrical and hip hop.
Favorite dance routine, while being a Laker Girl? I would have to say “Higher Ground” – the music is by the Red Hot Chilli Peppers.
Favorite uniform? I really like our “purple ruffle” uniform.
Favorite Lakers Player? Derek Fisher, he is a great player and also a neat person.
Favorite Laker Girl memory so far? It would have to be, that we had the opportunity to work with Rihanna for the NBA All Star halftime show!
What do you like most about being involved, as a Laker Girl, at local charity/community events? I really enjoy getting to interact with all different types of people. It is also enjoyable being an ambassador for the Lakers organization and feel that I learn a lot about the different communities within L.A./Southern California
What would you say is your beauty secret? Little corner lashes. When I still want to look good, but I am not at a game, little corner lashes give me just what I need – and they look natural!
What diet/workout tips do you have? What you eat is so important. So, I feel the most vital things are drinking a lot of water, eating a lot of vegetables/fruits and cut out fried foods! It needs to be a lifestyle. Work out at least 30 minutes a day.
What are your hobbies? I love to cook, read, travel and go horse riding (even though I’m not that good).
Career aspirations? I am really interested in Human Rights, especially having to do with child trafficking. I am looking into getting my masters degree in Human Rights and then I will see where it takes me from there.
