Sarah Hawkshaw Named Ireland Women's Hockey Captain

Sarah Hawkshaw has been appointed as the new captain of the Ireland Women's hockey team, succeeding Katie Mullan after her eight-year tenure. At 29 years old, Hawkshaw made her international debut in 2019 and was instrumental in Ireland's historic qualification for the 2020 Olympics, competing in Tokyo in 2021. She expressed her gratitude for the role, stating it is a 'huge honour', and credited coach Gareth Grundie for his belief in her leadership abilities. Hawkshaw also acknowledged Mullan's positive impact on the team, emphasizing her commitment to fostering unity and inclusivity. With a notable collegiate career at the University of Massachusetts, Hawkshaw brings diverse experiences from various levels of play. She aims to build on the foundation laid by Mullan while shaping her own leadership style.