The Pioneers will have the most-veteran team in the Northwest Conference this season. The Pioneers could have eight seniors on the squad, eight seniors who, as freshmen four years ago, brought soccer back as a varsity sport at Lewis & Clark, six of whom are beginning their fourth season as a starter.

Despite missing half the season with an injury, Lisa Housman led the 2006 team in scoring for the third-straight year. Housman has been among the Conference leaders in points all three years, earning two second team all-conference honors for her efforts. Alison Hudson will also begin her fourth season as a starter and a potent offensive threat. Other players to watch near the net will be juniors Brittany Larson and Stevie Thurin.

Last season, midfielder Katie Burnett’s efforts at midfield were recognized with an honorable mention among the all-conference honorees. She will once again be an anchor for the team in that pivotal role.

On defense, Liska Havel was a standout addition to last year’s squad.
The Pioneers will look for more strong efforts from her in her sophomore season. In the net, Nora Germano begins her fourth season as the primary goaltender for the Pioneers. Germano has started all but one game since coming to Lewis & Clark in 2004.