Bridie McGuire, Defensive Athlete, Cortland

Bridie McGuire was the top defensive performer for the Red Dragons in a 2-0 week, totaling 12 ground balls, four caused turnovers, four draw controls, and one assist, while helping the Cortland defense allow an average of just 3.5 goals per game. The junior had six ground balls, two caused turnovers, and three draw controls in a 14-2 home win over Oneonta, while also contributing her first point of the year with an assist. She followed it up with six more ground balls, two caused turnovers, and one draw control in a 15-5 road win at New Paltz on Friday.