"I am thrilled at the team's selections of captains this year. They have identified three people with different personalities, that play in different positions. That said, the common thread with each of this year's captains are their outstanding work ethic, strong communication skills, and how easy they are to relate to. All three selections have shown their ability to command a unit and have been exemplary at doing things the right way." - Notre Dame head coach Christine Halfpenny
"Molly, Sydney and Sam are outstanding ambassadors of ND Women's Lacrosse and reflect the team as a whole in such a positive manner. They are already making great strides leading this year's team as we build a strong identity for 2018." - Notre Dame head coach Christine Halfpenny
SYDNEY CARDOZO
"Being selected as a captain is one of the biggest honors I've ever received. The captains my past three years have been great players but most importantly great people. They are some of my best friends and biggest role models, so I am truly honored to share this title with them, as well as Molly and Sam. I am so excited for what this 2017-18 team will do, and am humbled to be apart of it. - Sydney Cardozo
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- Has Played in 29 Games in Her Career
- 8 Career Points Off 5 Goals and 3 Assists
- Totaled 4 Goals and 2 Assists in 2017
- Caused 9 Turnovers and Won 5 Draw Controls Last Season
MOLLY COBB
"Being named a captain has been a goal of mine ever since I came to Notre Dame, and I couldn't be more excited to take on this role. I am thrilled to see where this talented team goes this spring and I'm especially honored to be chosen to lead this team." - Molly Cobb
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- 36 Career Points Off 23 Goals and 13 Assists
- Had a Breakout Junior Season in 2017 with 19 Goals and 4 Assists
- Collected 17 Ground Balls and 9 Draw Controls Last Season
- Has Played in 54 Career Games, Making 14 Starts
SAMANTHA GIACOLONE
"To be a captain at the University of Notre Dame is one of the greatest honors I will forever be grateful for. Being able to put my name alongside some of the best captains to come out of Notre Dame is more than a dream come true. The overwhelming feeling that overcomes me when I think of representing this school aw well as 32 of my closest friends is incomparable." - Samantha Giacolone
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- 323 Career Saves
- Three-Time ACC Defensive Player of the Week
- Ranked Second in the ACC in Ground Balls Per Game (2.72) and Saves Per Game (9.39) in 2017
- Has Played in 40 Career Games