Q&A With Kate Mashewske

Senior Kate Mashewske is the second player in program history to record 300 draw controls in her career. Learn more about this West Henrietta, N.Y. native in this Q&A.

Why did you choose to come to Syracuse?
I came to Syracuse because it was close to home and I wanted to be a part of a program that would be in the running for a National Championship every year.
 
What goals do you have for this season, both personally and for the team?
Goals I have for the team this season is easy, to win the last game of the season on Memorial Day weekend.
 
What is the best advice you could give a young lacrosse player?
The best piece of advice I could give a younger lacrosse player is to be where your feet are and enjoy all the moments and not get too ahead of yourself. Every day is another opportunity to get better!
 
What is your favorite hobby when you are not playing lacrosse?
My favorite hobby when not playing lacrosse is being with my friends and teammates. 
 
Do you have any pregame rituals?
I do not have any pregame rituals but I do spend all my pre-game time with (trainer) Kat!!
 
If you could have any superpower, which would you pick?
If I could have any superpower it would be to teleport places.
 
Which teammate is the best dancer?
The best dancer on the team would be a toss up between Chloe Bethea-Jones and Superia Clark.
 
Which teammate is the funniest or biggest prankster?
The biggest prankster on the team would easily be Savannah Sweitzer
 
Which teammate are you excited to see play this year?
I am excited to see everyone that is coming back from an injury play this year, they have all worked so hard and I am so excited for them!