Michael Knapp Class: Sophomore Hometown: Arlington, TX High School: Jesuit Height / Weight: 6-0 / 155 Position: Defense

A walk-on who is entering his first season with the Fighting Irish • played well with the Irish during the spring of 2009 • boasts a 3.733 cumulative GPA, which is the team's top mark.

HIGH SCHOOL AND PERSONAL DATA: Captain of Texas Cyclones club team that was ranked 14th in the nation • played in Disney Showcase, Dallas Cup and other national tournaments • member of the North Texas ODP state team for three years • starter for a Jesuit College Prep team that was ranked No. 1 in the Dallas area • helped Dallas Jesuit win district and bi-district • part of a defense that allowed 0.4 goals per game • received first team all-district honors • an all-star selection at Notre Dame's Elite Camp • member of National Honor Society • born May 5, 1990 • son of David and Carmen Knapp • enrolled in the Mendoza College of Business • carries a 3.73 cumulative GPA.