GRAND LAKE, Colo. (Jun. 6, 2016) - After boasting the top save percentage in the nation in 2016, LIU Post sophomore cageminder Olivia Kirk (Farmingdale, N.Y.) was named the Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association C. Markland Kelly Division II Goalkeeper of the Year, it was announced Monday morning.

Kirk, who was also recognized as the East Coast Conference Goalie of the Year, compiled a 17-4 record with 120 saves and a league-leading 4.50 goals-against average. Her 4.50 GAA was second-lowest amongst Division II goaltenders, as well.

Additionally, Kirk yielded the fewest goals (87) in the ECC this season. She allowed just six goals or less in 18 of her 21 starts.

Kirk tied her single-game career-high for saves on Mar. 12, when she stopped 12 shots in a 7-5 win over then-No. 4 University of New Haven in Melbourne, Fla. She also set game-highs for saves in the regular season against No. 2 Le Moyne College and No. 1 Adelphi University, turning aside seven shots apiece in the two contests.

In her first two years with the Pioneers, Kirk has posted a 30-8 mark with a 5.18 goals-against average and a .558 save percentage.

For the official release on the 2016 IWLCA Players of the Year, please click here.