GENERAL: A local product from Shenendehowa High School...A good all-around athlete with a tremendous work ethic.

2006: Started eight of 16 games...Scored one goal...Registered one assist... Recipient of Unsung Hero Award.

2005: Played 16 games, starting six... Registered five goals on 15 shots...Tallied two assists.

BEFORE SIENA: A four-year starter on the lacrosse team...Named to the Section II All-Star Team...Earned the Scholar Athlete Award...Lettered one year in both cross country skiing and indoor track.

PERSONAL: Born March 13, 1986 in Albany...Daughter of Jack and Michelle Burger...Has a brother, Matt...Enjoys hanging out with friends and working out in her free time.

McHERRON ON BURGER: "Niki is coming off a strong sophomore campaign. She is among the best one-on-one defenders in the league and will receive quality minutes on the defensive end this spring."