Name: Laura
Nickname: Lulu, Larry
Hometown: San Martin
Current Home: San Francisco
Languages: Beginner Italian and Spanish
Tenure: 2^nd Season
GR Leadership Position: Team Clown
College: Chico State
Degree: Public Health Education
Occupation: Lifestyle Medicine Operations Manager

What is your favorite thing about your job? 
It is very exciting to be on the cutting edge of a newly recognized type of medicine that can have such profound effects on not only our patients, but also on the future of healthcare as a whole. Lifestyle Medicine is an evidence-based medical specialty that uses therapeutic daily lifestyle changes to prevent, manage, and often reverse chronic diseases.

What was your first job?
Sales Associate at Boot Barn!

When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
I wanted to be a Dentist or an Oral Surgeon!

What activities bring you the most joy?
I love doing pretty much anything active outdoors, whether it's skiing, wakeboarding, golfing, gardening, fishing - I'm there! I also really love cooking and hosting parties. There's nothing better than enjoying a delicious meal with great company!!

What is your personal motto?
Work hard and be nice to people

What causes are you passionate about?
I am very passionate about combatting food insecurity, especially here in the Bay Area where we have an abundance of resources and food production. Having equitable access to healthy food has such a positive impact for entire communities, not only for physical health outcomes but also mental health. Support your local food banks!

What is an interesting fact about you?
I've been skiing since I was 3 years old!

What is your favorite part of game day?
I love being on the field for the national anthem. It is such a cool time to reflect on what a unique experience it is to be a part of game days. The flyover always gives me chills! I also love singing along with whoever is performing the anthem each game.

If you could make up a cheerleading superpower, what would it be?
I would make my lipstick transfer proof for game days...I get pink streaks in my hair by the end of the game!

Do you have any skills or talents that most people don't know about?
I'm like a parrot, I love doing impressions. Current favorites at Jennifer Coolidge and Roz from Monster's Inc.

How do you want people to remember you?
I want to be remembered as a person who is always uplifting others to be their best. When one of us wins, all of us do! And of course, someone who always found a way to crack a joke in any situation too.

What is a personal goal you are working towards this year?
I'm trying to improve my golf game! My parents got me new clubs for my birthday this year, so need to put them to use! Of course, they got me a Niners golf bag as well!

Who is your biggest role model and why?
My mom! She has always been my bestie and we have the best time doing anything together. Whether we are traveling, gardening, shopping or getting our nails done. We never run of things to do or talk about. Love you, mom!!

What is your favorite thing about Gold Rush?
I love getting to do the thing I love the most (dance) with the most incredible people! Gold Rush is filled with the most special individuals from so many different backgrounds and cultures. We are united by our love for performing, community and of course 49ers football!!

What song gets you pumped up on game day?
Blow the Whistle gets me hyped on the way to the stadium on game days. It is just such a staple in my playlists.

If you were a football player, what position would you play?
Given my height and stature, I would definitely be a center

What is your favorite pregame ritual?
I love having an early morning dance party. No particular music, no particular routine. Just getting up and getting my body moving while I'm getting ready for the game is so fun to me. Gets me pumped for the day ahead!

What are you most looking forward to this season?
Mexico City!!! I cannot wait to get to meet all the Faithful in Mexico and get to experience a game day in such a beautiful city. Dancing at Azteca is going to be surreal!

Is there anything else you'd like to share with the Faithful? What do you want us to know about you?
I am a third-generation 49er Faithful on both sides of my family! We've been fans since the early 70's!