Jill Girardi thought 2021 would be her final year, but COVID-19 allowed her the chance to return to Northwestern this season. She knew she’d never play for another school, and the Wildcats are happy she’s back.

Girardi, the draw specialist who can find the cage on attack, is fueling Northwestern toward the final four. Without Izzy Scane, Girardi has stepped up as a leader on the Wildcats’ offense.

She joined Sheehan Stanwick Burch to share her excitement for the coming days and to touch on her future. You can listen on Apple and Spotify today.