Emani Byrd is in her second season as the graduate assistant coach for women's lacrosse at Misericordia University.
She earned her bachelor's degree from Frostburg State University, where she was a four-year starter at midfield for the Bobcats women's lacrosse team and a team captain her junior and senior season.
She ranks fourth in Frostburg State history for draw controls in a season with 54.
As a senior, Byrd led Frostburg in caused turnovers with 29.
Byrd was named to the second-team all Capital Athletic Conference after her freshman season.
In the summer of 2017 she spent her time coaching for Heroes Lacrosse Club in Baltimore, assisting coaches with practice planning, instructing players on the fundamental and technical skill, as well as aiding players in the recruiting process.
Byrd is currently pursuing her master’s in organizational management in human resources.
