Profile: Casey Eidenshink '16

Senior defender Casey Eidenshink '16, who was recently named one of three captains for the 2016 Mountain Hawks, talks to the Bulletin about his love for the “fastest game on two feet” and his goals for the season to come.

MAJOR
Finance

POSITION
Defender

HOMETOWN
Wyncote, Pa. (LaSalle College High School)

HONORS
Named second-team All Patriot League in 2015 while also earning Academic All-Patriot honors. Started all 16 games, led the team with 50 groundballs and caused 23 turnovers. After a key performance in a big win over Boston University, was named Patriot League Defensive Player of the Week. As a sophomore, played in 18 games, starting one, and recorded 29 groundballs, 16 caused turnovers and one assist. As a freshman, made an immediate impact both on and off the field, playing in seven games while being named to the Patriot League Academic Honor Roll.

HOW I GOT STARTED IN LACROSSE
“I started playing when I was in second grade, because my older brother hated baseball and started playing lacrosse. So naturally, I followed in his footsteps.”

WHAT I LOVE ABOUT LACROSSE
“I love the fast pace and unpredictability of lacrosse. I think it's the most entertaining game to play and watch. I also love being a part of the close-knit lacrosse community. I have made so many lifelong friends through playing lacrosse. It's been an awesome experience being able to play against my childhood and high school teammates during my college career.”

MY BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENT (AS AN INDIVIDUAL) SO FAR AT LEHIGH
“Winning the Patriot Championship in 2014.”

IF I DIDN'T PLAY LACROSSE, I WOULD BE PLAYING
“Soccer or ice hockey.”

MY FAVORITE ATHLETE IS
“Former Philadelphia Eagles safety Brian Dawkins.”

MY HERO IS
“My mother.”

HOW I LEAD
“I started out as a 'leader by example,' but I have grown into a vocal leader—both on and off the field.” OUR GOALS FOR THIS SEASON “We want to win the Patriot League Championship, and then make a run in the NCAA playoffs to win the National Championship.”