HADLEY, Mass. – First-year forward Danica Zicha (Belmont, Mass.) was named NESCAC women's soccer Rookie of the Year as announced by the conference office on Wednesday morning.

Zicha also earned a spot on the all-conference second team, becoming the fifth Camel to earn Rookie of the Year honors, and the first since Michelle Medina in 2014.

The first-year led Conn in scoring with 15 points on seven goals and one assist. Among NESCAC rookies in conference action, Zicha ranked first among first-years in NESCAC goals (5), game winning goals (2), NESCAC points (11), and NESCAC shots on goal (10). 

"We are so happy for Danica and this recognition," said head coach Keith Simons. "She is an integral part of our attack and her speed and goal scoring ability were a constant threat all season. She has proven to be a phenomenal player and an excellent representative of our program and joins a prestigious list of NESCAC players for this award. We are so excited to see her future with us for the next three years."  

Conn finished the season at 8-7-1 on the year, and earned the sixth-seed in the NESCAC tournament, before falling to Hamilton in the quarterfinals.