Cornell University Athletics

Career Stats

Coach Graap on Shimizu
"Alexa can play both line defense and also has some attacking skills, so I can see getting her involved on either side of the field. Alexa is a hard worker and great teammate who will challenge for playing time."

As a sophomore
Shimizu saw action in three games in 2008 and was credited with a draw control against Columbia. She also earned playing time against Colgate and Notre Dame.

As a freshman
Shimizu played in two contests off the bench in 2007, posting two caused turnovers and adding a ground ball. She forced a turnover against Columbia, then had a ground ball and a caused turnover in a win over Harvard.

At Holton Arms School
Shimizu lettered on defense at Holton Arms School, recording a 10-4 league record to win the Fine-Peddle Trophy and finish second in the league. Her team went 9-5 in her junior year. A captain of both the lacrosse and soccer teams, Shimizu was a league swimming champion for three seasons, recording personal best times in 2006.

Personal
Alexandra Knowles Shimizu is the daughter of Osamu and Holly Shimizu and has an older brother. She is enrolled in the School of Hotel Administration.