Jake Bye
Team: Trenton Terror
College: Saint Leo University
At what age did you first start playing lacrosse, and what was the first lacrosse team you ever played on (and where, meaning, city and state?
I was a late bloomer, I started playing second-year Bantam (Grade 8) playing for my city team, the Port Coquitlam Saints minor program.
What are you looking forward to the most in the first season of the PBLA, and why?
Playing in front of our awesome fans in Trenton! Our home opener was a ton of fun, and I am just hoping to put on an exciting brand of lacrosse for a fan base who is excited to have a box lacrosse team in their area.
What would you say is the strongest part of your game?
Defense has my heart. I’d say being a solid defender is the strongest aspect of my game.
What is the biggest adjustment going from field lacrosse to box lacrosse?
The speed. Field lacrosse can be slow at times, but there is never a dull moment in the fastest game on two feet!
Even though athletes always talk about “team first,” have you set any personal goals for this first season in the PBLA? If Yes, please share at least one.
Not to be cliche, but my goals are all team-oriented. My goal is to do everything I can to continue improving to be the best possible player for my teammates, coaches, and our amazing fans!
On a scale of 1-10, with one being “not at all” and ten being “embarrassing, I shouldn’t even play,” how nervous will you be on the night of your team’s first game and why?
I’d say a 5. There are definitely some nerves, but this is an opportunity I have been waiting my whole life for, and I am ready for the challenge.
If you could have a song play every time you score a goal, which would you pick (title and artist)?
Big Rings – Drake & Future
If it’s up to you, what do you choose to eat as your pregame meal? (specifically, not just “something healthy”)
Night before has to be Italian, preferably chicken parm. Game day, something light, a nice salad with chicken.
Who is your closest friend on your PBLA team? Is there a history there?
Phil Buque, we played together in college at Saint Leo, where we went on a run to the National Championship game in my senior year.
