2011: Took part in 16 games and made five starts ... Recorded four shots with one attempt on goal ... Tallied an assist in 3-1 loss at Drexel.

2010: Saw playing time in all 19 games and made 10 starts ... Assisted on game-winning goal in 1-0 victory over East Carolina ... Attempted three shots during season.

HIGH SCHOOL:  Played two seasons on the varsity squad at Weddington under the guidance of coach Powell Williams ... Helped the Warriors capture the 2008 North Carolina Southwest Conference title ... Tallied 72 points on 22 goals and 28 assists during her prep career.

PERSONAL:  Full Name: Nicole Marie Costa ... Born Oct. 9, 1992, in Long Island, N.Y. ... Daughter of John and Nancy Costa .. Majoring in Exercise Science.