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Emma O’Brien is not only one of the toughest and fastest players on the field, but also the loudest. She is a quick and aggressive low defender who proves time and time again to be a leader on and off the field, helping her team excel to the highest level. You can count on Emma to consistently play lockdown one on one defense, while also leading by example and with encouragement. When a ground ball hits the turf, Emma is already hustling to get there first. Whether it’s causing a crucial turnover or calling the defense in for a needed huddle, Emma does her job without ever needing to be asked. Her direct communication and consistent girt and hustle make her the best teammate to play with and player to coach. Emma O’Brien sets the standard for what an elite athlete and lacrosse player should look like, on and off the field.

Emma is the type of player a coach loves to have on their team. Not only is she a fantastic leader and exceptional teammate, but she’s an extremely coachable and determined athlete. Emma is known for her solid defensive fundamentals and form, but will also dodge hard and finish the ball on the offensive end. She does all the little things right from scooping a ground ball to communicating to clearing the ball over safely. Emma holds an advanced IQ of the game & knows how to bring everyone up around her.

Leading by example on a daily basis this extremely focused and driven individual possesses a winning attitude that makes everyone around her better. Great hands, great feet with exceptional vision makes her an extremely dangerous defender. You will often find her winning ground ball battles in the defensive zone, with her eyes up field creating offense out of the defensive zone. This lockdown defender demands communication on the defensive end of the field constantly talking and leading her defense. Emma was declared captain as a sophomore and was heavily counted on in this roll where she was simply comfortable. Exceptional teammate both on and off the field who was adored and loved by her teammates. Emma’s versatility, strength and endurance combined with great skill from both hands landed her midfield time where she would dominate the middle of the field with her tenacity and exceptional work ethic. Very smart, athletic and tough with a very high lacrosse IQ who is extremely coachable. These are just a few of the many reasons Emma is not only a special player but an incredible person with a very very bright future.