TOWSON, Md.- Juniata field hockey standout, Nicole Piccioni (Richfield, Pa. / Midd-West) was named the Landmark Conference Defensive Athlete of the Week.

Piccioni helped the Eagle to a 2-1 week. The sophomore goalkeeper allowed just one goal to No. 7 Messiah while making seven saves before allowing just one goal in the next two contests. On the week, Piccioni made 14 saves for a .824 save percentage.

Piccioni and the Eagles travel to Haverford, September 18th for a 7:00 pm game.