Athlete of the Month: Alberto Serrano gets spicy on the field

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David Eskichyan

Q: Who or what got you into lacrosse?   

A: My cousin April got me into Lacrosse. She played for the girls lacrosse team while I was a freshman, and she had me try out for the boys team.

Q: How long have you been playing lacrosse?

A: I have been playing lacrosse for 4 years.

Q: Why do you like lacrosse?

A: I enjoy playing Lacrosse because of the physical contact allowed. The best feeling is when  you hit an opponent when running a play.

Q: What are some of your biggest struggles or challenges as a lacrosse player?

A: Some of my biggest struggles as a lacrosse player is learning and understanding new plays the coach gives our team the day our game is scheduled.

Q: How do you manage school and lacrosse at the same time?

A: I manage school and Lacrosse by doing homework throughout the school day so when I get home after practice, I don’t have to worry about doing so much.

Q: What are some of your biggest achievements as a lacrosse player?

A: Some of my biggest achievements of Lacrosse is being named Varsity Captain, and scoring a hat trick against my former high school team.

Q: What are your plans for lacrosse after high school?

A: I plan to play lacrosse in an adult league right after high school and coach a club as well.