Raphela Jann is the daughter of Edgar and Andrea Jann. Raphela is a native of Hamburg, Germany. She chose Lipscomb for its outstanding tennis program. Jann was also recruited by Coppin State, Delaware State, Cal State LA, and Okalahoma Christian. Her favorite television show is Sports Center. She loves to watch the Brazillian Soccer team. In her spare time, Jann plays the violin and field hockey. She hopes to become a sports broadcaster one day.