Cougar Athletics
30 NAIA National Championships
95 GSAC Championships
...and counting

THIS YEAR: Freshman midfielder Emily Shirk provides added depth to the strong Cougar midfield … Provides quickness and sound technical play.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played 4 varsity seasons for head coach Jeremy Pinard at Niwot (Colo.) High … Was a consistent offensive threat, averaging 8 goals and 8 assists per season over her prep career … Was a 3-time all-league and all-state honoree, garnering second team honors twice and first team selection as a 2006 senior.

PERSONAL: Born July 12, 1988, to Tom and Lucy Shirk, in Summit, New Jersey … Has 2 brothers, Matt (21) and Andrew (14) … Majoring in communication with a minor in journalism … Would like to write a book someday.