Caden Buckner: Lacrosse–Birmingham Southern College

The Red Ledger: What sport do you play and how long have you been playing

Caden Buckner: I play lacrosse, and I’ve been playing since the 3rd grade. I play for the Lovejoy lacrosse club as well as Southstar.

TRL: What goals do you have for college sports?

CB: Definitely starting my freshman year, getting a lot of playing time and racking up the records and winning the conference championship.

TRL: Would you ever consider going professional?

CB: Yeah, for sure. Lacrosse is one of the fastest growing sports in America, and the evolution of the game keeps growing and growing. 

TRL: How has playing sports impacted your life?

CB: It’s helped with time management and accountability towards myself, and just helping others. 

TRL: What is your best memory regarding this sport?

CB: I’ll probably have to fast forward till May when we’re going to State Championships, so that’s probably my favorite moment.

TRL: Why did you choose this school?

CB: My brother goes there, and the coach has been reaching out to me since the 8th grade, and I’ve known him for the past five years, and they have a really good alumni base. I just like going up there every time I have the opportunity.