Morena Giacosa

Class:
Sophomore
Position:
D
Height:
5-4
Previous School:
Colegio San Ramon Nonato
Hometown:
Rosario, Argentina

2025 (Fr.)

Started all 20 games
Named to BIG EAST Weekly Honor Roll twice (Oct. 14, Oct. 28)
Garnered inclusion on NFHCA National Academic Squad
Named to BIG EAST All-Academic team
Led Liberty freshmen in goals (6), assists (4) and points (16)
Recorded two game-winning goals
Attempted 12 total shots on the year, eight on cage
Scored first collegiate goal in second game of year, a 4-1 home win over James Madison
Tallied first career assist in first collegiate game, a 4-3 road comeback win at No. 5 Duke (Aug. 29)
Notched first career two-goal effort in 7-1 road win at Longwood (Oct. 26)
Scored Liberty’s first goal in 2-1 OT win over Connecticut in BIG EAST Championship title game (Nov. 9)
Added goals against Richmond (home, Sept. 7) and Quinnipiac (road, Sept. 19)
Assisted on Julieta Tornati’s game winner against UAlbany on Sept. 12 in a 1-0 home triumph
Also tallied assists on the road at William & Mary (Sept. 28) and at Appalachian State (Oct. 5)

Prep

Graduate of Colegio San Ramon Nonato
Competed at the prep level for Club Atletico Fisherton (2021-24) and Club Bancario (2011-20)
Guided Club Atletico Fisherton to Regional Tournament E (2023) and Regional Tournament A (2024) titles
Named Best Player of the Champions in Regional Tournament A
Been a part of the Rosario selected team five different times, including at the National Tournament s19 (2024), National Tournament s19 (2023), National Tournament s16 (2022), National Tournament s14 (2019) and Regional Tournament s14 (2019)

Personal

Daughter of Carlos Giacosa and Silvina Bertone
Intends on majoring in applied mathematics and statistics
Birthday is Sept. 26

Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
The people, their values and how they work with so much love and enthusiasm.

Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
Pregame, I try to relax and visualize the game.

Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My family and some people I know who have gone through very difficult moments and have been able to rise from them, they have always inspired me to keep going no matter what. If I really want something, I have to keep pushing and be aware that things won't always be okay. There will be moments of doubt, tough times, or just moments when you feel like quitting. But you should never stop if you're fighting for something you love.

What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
When I was selected as the best player in a regional tournament with the first division, and we were the champions in that tournament as well!

If you picked your jersey/uniform number, why is that number important to you?
It didn't really have a specific importance or meaning, I just liked it! It's going to be important afterwards because of the significance it has had for me playing at Liberty!

Favorite meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and what is that special meal?
Breakfast: Toast with egg, fruit, and some mate! I just really love starting the day with these. Lunch: Asado. It's not only about how delicious the meal is but also the lovely family moments that come with it.

What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
Whatsapp

What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
Drink mate and hang out with friends.

Do you have any current pets (name and type of animal)?
Yes! I have one, a poodle named Sol.

Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Luciana Aymar and Messi

What is your favorite possession and why?
My whole mate set, because I really enjoy drinking mate whether it’s with friends, family, or by myself.

What is your go-to karaoke song?
Any Taylor Swift song.

What is your dream vacation spot and why?
Holland or Australia, because of the great level of hockey. I would love to be part of the hockey scene there. Also Hawaii to relax and enjoy some beautiful views.