As the season began, Penn State found itself to be in need of a person who could consistently win draws and maintain possession.
Securing a draw control heavily impacts the outcome of the game, and the Nittany Lions have full faith in freshman Olivia Dirks’ ability.
With only one scrimmage under its belt for the season, the team is still working out its positioning; however, the team believes that Dirks can be the answer to its success on the field.
Throughout her high school career, Dirks recorded 535 draw controls for The Episcopal Academy, a feat that, along with her high number of goals and assists, garnered her several national and regional awards.