Salima Rockwell

Biography

Salima Rockwell (Davidson), a four-time national champion coach and three-time All-American, was named the seventh head coach in Notre Dame volleyball history, University Vice President and James E. Rohr Director of Athletics Jack Swarbrick announced January 6th, 2022. Rockwell heads into her fifth year at the helm of the program after finishing her first four seasons with a record of 45-66. “We’re excited to have Salima join the Notre Dame family,” said University vice president and James E. Rohr Director of Athletics Jack Swarbrick. “Salima has succeeded at every level – as a student-athlete, professional athlete, collegiate coach and broadcaster – and we are excited to see what her team accomplishes. Her drive to be great and appreciation for the unique attributes of Notre Dame set Salima apart during our search. We can’t wait to have her and her family join us on campus” “I am thrilled for this opportunity to lead the Irish and I’d like to thank (University President) Fr. Jenkins, Jack (Swarbrick) and (Senior Deputy Athletics Director) Missy (Conboy) for all of their work during this process,” said Rockwell. “From the first phone call to the last moments on campus this week, it is clear that Notre Dame is committed to their volleyball program, and to the investment of their student-athletes as a whole. I am beyond excited to join such a forward-thinking University with great people whose vision aligns perfectly with my own.” “Notre Dame Volleyball is a program that is rig