Mikael Laajala #18

Forward/Goalkeeper
Senior - 5'7"
Houston, TX

Coach's Comments: Mikael has been moved out of the goal and onto the field as a forward or midfielder. She made great strides during winter and spring training to improve her field skills. Her determination to be successful on the field is evident.

2005: Started 5 games and played in 14 for a total of 647 minutes in the goal.earned a 3.34 goals against average.conceded 24 goals and made 38 saves.also played on the field as an outside midfielder.earned the team's Most Improve Player Award.

2003/2004: Attended and played two years at Navarro Junior College in Corsicana, Texas.led her team to the Junior College National Championships in 2004.named to the All-Region team in 2003 and 2004 and was named an NJCAA All-American in 2003.posted a .769 GAA in 2004 ranking her 8th in the country. was ranked 11th in 2003 with a .900 GAA.was also an All-Conference selection in '03 and '04 and the team's Most Valuable Player in 2003.

Academic Major: Pre-Physical Therapy