Santa Clara University

Swendsen (formerly Sacco) played basketball at Santa Clara from 1994-98. During her time with the Broncos, she was recognized as the WCC Player of the Year (1997-98), WCC Tournament MVP (1997-98) and named First Team All-WCC twice (1996-97, 1997-98). As a member of the 1,000 point club, Swendsen ranks 21st All-Time in points, fifth in assists, third in steals, and seventh in 3-point shooting percentage. Swendsen later returned to the University as Assistant Director for University Protocol and Events.