2015: Appeared in 18 games, earning 17 starts on defense ... collected 12 ground balls, caused a turnover and won a draw control ... had a season-high two ground balls against New Haven (Mar. 14) and Roberts Wesleyan (Mar. 21).

2014: Appeared in seven games ... scooped up one ground ball and caused one turnover in a 16-2 win at Queens (Mar. 22).

Prior to LIU Post: Three-year varsity lacrosse player at Oceanside High School... claimed All-County recognition in 2013.

Personal: Has one sibling, Casey ... daughter of Kenneth and Margaret Backus ... enjoys traveling, swimming, reading and bike riding ... her favorite athlete is Robinson Cano ... the person she admires most is Beyonce Knowles ... aspires to be a physical education teacher ... majoring in physical education.