Born and raised in Columbus, GA, Layla found her passion in team sports at a young age. After spending years involved in softball, gymnastics, ballroom dance and soccer, Layla found her love of volleyball and lacrosse where she excelled both in club play and starting for the Columbus High School varsity teams.

When she is not playing sports, Layla enjoys spending time with friends and working as a lifeguard where she has also maintained her certifications in CPR, AED and First Aid.

Layla balances an active work, athletic and social life with academics. She maintains a 4.3 GPA and has been inducted into many honor societies.

Layla hopes to continue her academic, social and athletic life after high school by attending a university where she can major in Business/Marketing and participate in intramural sports and greek life.