Dec. 18, 2006

Erie, Pa. - Mercyhurst senior defender Finella Annand added another award to her postseason hardware as she was named NSCAA Second Team All-American. Annand was also named first team all-region by both the NSCAA and Daktronics and was selected GLIAC Defensive Player of the Year.

Annand anchored a Mercyhurst defense that surrendered just 17 goals in 20 games. The unit shut out nine opponents, allowed more than one goal on just five occasions and more than a pair only once. A team captain, the versatile Annand spent time at both back and midfielder. She scored one goal, a game-winner, and assisted on three others. A three-time All-GLIAC selection, she finished her career with 16 goals and 15 assists for 47 points.