Coach Smith says, "Tilton is coming off of a junior season that was riddled with injuries. Her development this fall exceeded all expectations and she has earned the opportunity to be handed the ball in any situation"

2007: Made eight appearances and stared seven games...had a 4.28 earned run average in 34.1 innings pitched...recorded a 1-0 shutout over Tiffin University (3/14).

2006: Posted a 7-3 record, making 15 appearances and starting 12...recorded a 2.93 ERA in 67.0 innings pitched, striking out 43 with two saves.

2005: Started in nine of 12 appearances, pitching 67.1 innings for a 1.46 ERA and a 7-3 record...ECC Pitcher of the Week (3/27).

At Islip High School: Lettered four years softball...an all-county and all-state selection as a freshman...named to the all-tournament team and all-county team her sophomore, junior and senior years...also named an all-long island selection as a senior...recognized by Newsday as a "Player to Watch" as a sophomore and senior...also played varsity volleyball and track as a junior and senior.

Personal: Daughter of Thomas and Sandra Tilton...born September 4...has a brother, Thomas...physical education major.