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Brynja is a new transfer to Towson joining the team in the Fall semester. She previously played for the Washington Pride and then at UNH before coming to Towson. Her intensity and physical gameplay are a major strength that she brings to the team. Her in-depth knowledge of the game helps guide the team in a successful direction. Brynja is always willing to help teammates better understand the game and formulate plays. She has a great ability to collaborate with the offense on plays to seamlessly work the puck around the net. Brynja is also an asset to special teams as her speed and knowledge lend a great advantage to Towson’s penalty kill and power play lines. Brynja is a big play-maker whether it’s setting up a break-out in the defensive zone or taking a powerful slap shot on net, her advanced set of skills provide a great advantage to the Tigers.

A goalie is technically a defenseman, right? Entering the season our team had no goalie. Junior, Meghan Farley met Junior, Rebecca Brown at a sorority event when they started talking about hockey.  Brown mentioned she played goalie in high school, but hadn't played since. We invited (begged) her to come practice with us... and she's been with us ever since. The team, thankful to have a goalie, pulled together to get her a full set of equipment right as the season started.  The first half of the season was decent, for a new-again goaltender.  But the second half of the season was extraordinary.  A natural athlete, Brown trained and practiced her way to becoming the backbone of the team. Her GGA went from 7 in the first half of the season to 3 in the second half; including two 1-goal-against games.  Brown's outstanding performance, heart and determination proved to be the foundation for the best season in club history.

Claire Clark is one of those players you are proud to wear the same jersey as. She works hard on and off the ice, setting the standard for what it means to be a Navy Women’s Ice Hockey player. She is physically fit, excels in the classroom, and exudes joy. In practice, Claire challenges the team to play to her level, which can be frustrating if you are trying to get past her. Claire protects the net well, has the ability to skate the puck end-to-end to score a goal, and has the hockey sense to know when to step up and when to stay back.

With only 2 defensemen on the team, Allie and Erin Lyons played the entirety of almost every game this season.  Her outstanding play, stamina and leadership were unmatched.  5G, 2A, including 1PPG. 

Chelsea took over as President of the SRU team this year.  She will also be team President for the 2014-15 hockey season.  Chelsea is a leader and has ranked in the Top 5 in plus minus. She is a team player and always eager to improve on her defense playing skills and strategies.

University of Maryland only had three defensemen this year so it was extremely important they were focused and attended everything.  Jordon Moore only missed games if she was told by a medical professional she could not play, which wasn’t as a rare as you might think.  Jordon was a solid defensewoman.  She knew how to properly play the body and made text book plays on odd man rushes.  Jordon was never afraid to give up her body to make the play.  Jordon spent a night in a hospital in West Chester PA but was back in time for our game the following weekend because she wanted to be able to give her team the best chance to win.  Jordon being on the ice really did give the team the best chance at winning.  Jordon’s plus minus was almost even and she averaged about a point per game.  Jordon was an all or nothing type of person and always gave it all she had.  She also was a player who always held herself accountable for her mistakes and would be the first to say when she wasn’t playing to her full potential.  Jordon had a feisty personality and let her emotions show.  Jordon was Maryland’s most outstanding defensewoman.  

With such a short bench, we definitely had some grueling games throughout the season that tested the team's perseverance and dedication to each other. Emily never faltered when tested. During Emily's past 5 years playing for Rutgers, she has undoubtedly made a mark on our team.