Getting to know...Kylena Paredes 
Please list your preferred pronouns: She her
Date of Birth: 1/23/2007
Birth Location: Honolulu, Hawaii
 
Social Media
Instagram: kylena.paredes

Sports Information
Sports played in high school:  Soccer and flag football
Individual Sports Honors or Rankings: 2022-23 ILH Division 2 Girls Soccer First Team All-Star, 2023-24 ILH Division 1 Girls Soccer Honorable All-Star, 2024-25 ILH Division 2 Girls Soccer Offensive Player of the Year, 2024-25 HHSAA Girls Soccer State Tournament All-Tournament Team, 2024-25 Mid-Pacific Institute Most Outstanding Athlete
Favorite sports memory?  Making it to the State Championships in girls soccer my senior year
Who has been most influential in your athletic career? My parents
 
 
Academics
Academic Honors previously earned: Presidents List, Graduated with Honors
Chicago State Declared Academic Major: Health, Physical Education, and Recreation

Family
Daughter of Elaina and Klye Paredes
Does anyone in your family play college or pro sports?: My dad, Kyle Paredes, Football at University of Puget Sound My mom, Elaina Paredes, Soccer and Softball at University of Puget Sound


Fun
What is ONE thing most people don't know about you? I made my professional pickleball debut at 16 years old.
What is your dream job? Personal Trainer
Why did you choose Chicago State? I liked the small class sizes and home feeling that all the staff give off.
Do you have a sports hero?: Alex Morgan
What is your favorite hobby outside of sports? Shopping
Who is your favorite professional athlete or team? United States Women’s National Team
How would you describe yourself when you're competing? Locked In
What is your favorite food? Sushi
If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be? Rack of lamb, mashed potatoes and veggies with a glass of sweet tea
What or who motivates you to work hard? My parents
What is the best advice you’ve ever received?  “It ain't about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward”
Name three famous people you want to have over for dinner: Gordon Ramsay, Matt Rife, Jennifer Lawrence
Where would you like to see yourself in 10 years? Have a successful job
How many languages do you speak? English and some Spanish