Mikey Laviano

2015

Boston University

Position: Attack

High School: St. Anthony's High School

Hometown: Upper Brookville

Region: Long Island

1. Why did you choose to commit to this college?

I chose Boston University for its rigorous academia to prepare me for life after college. I also chose BU to play in the competitive Patriot League as our team continues to improve to seek a league championship in the near future. 

2. What’s one piece of advice you’d give to someone younger than you, going through the same process? 

One piece of advise would be to take your time and make sure it is the right school for you. I originally committed to Ohio State my sophomore year of high school and matured enough to realize I did not want to be that far from home. 

3. What was your favorite part about playing for the FLG lacrosse program

The friendships I’ve made playing with FLG that will carry on for the rest of my life. Along with the relationships I have made with the Winkoff family. 

4What peaks your interest outside of school and lacrosse

Enjoying my time with friends and family as much as possible. 

5If you were stranded on a deserted island and you can only have one thing, what would it be (you have food and water)? 

A set of dumbbells. 

6. If you had to choose one super power to have, what would it be and why? 

Not sure. 

 7. What are some of your pregame rituals and/or game day superstitions? 

My pregame rituals are preparing a fresh tapejob and listening to Eminem and 50 Cent. 

8. What is your favorite surface to play onTurf or grass?

Turf 

9. What is your favorite breakfast meal?

Bacon egg and cheese on a roll.

10What athlete do you idolize the most

Number 2, Derek Jeter. 

11. What is your favorite genre of music

Rap/EDM

12. What is your favorite quote? 

“If you aren’t going all the way, why go at all?”- “Broadway Joe” Namath

13. Who you look up to the most in life

My brother, Chris and my father, Tom. 

14. where do you see yourself after college?

Living in Boston, working hard at everything I do. 

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