Shannon was a key component of the Blugolds’ defense that registered back-to-back wins during the week. UW-Eau Claire shutout UW-Oshkosh 1-0 to open WIAC play on Sept. 18, and recorded a 4-1 win over the College of St. Benedict (Minn.) on Sept. 19. The Blugolds stingy defense was primarily due to Shannon helping hold the leading scorers from both opponents from registering any shots.
Also nominated:
UW-La Crosse, Jamie Wiepz, Junior, Defender, Edgerton (Stoughton)
UW-River Falls, Leah Hagen, Sophomore, Defender, Ham Lake, Minn. (Blaine)
UW-Stevens Point, Ashley Anders, Senior, Defender, Fond du Lac, Wis.
UW-Superior, Emily Finnerud, Freshman, Goalkeeper, Madison, Wis. (McFarland)
UW-Whitewater, Kayla Miller, Junior, Midfielder, Racine, Wis. (Case)