June 19, 2008

Feature: Taking Her Best Shot

The following article featuring St. Lawrence forward Tara Akstull appeared in the June 19 issue of the Albany Times Union.

By MARK SINGELAIS
Staff writer

ALBANY, NY -- There's a 10-foot by 12-foot plywood wall that Walter Akstull built in the backyard of his Clifton Park home two years ago.

It's so his daughter can take daily target practice.

Tara Akstull, a star hockey player for St. Lawrence University, fires about 200 pucks at a net placed in front of the wall.

Complete article can be accessed via the Times Union Web site by clicking here.