This “Give & Go” interview with Ohio State senior defenseman and team captain Erik Evans appears in the February edition of US Lacrosse Magazine. Don’t get the mag? Join US Lacrosse today to start your subscription.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?

Fly an airplane. It’d be really cool to be able to fly your own plane whenever you wanted. 

When you were younger, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be a professional football player. My favorite player was Todd Heap, a tight end for the Baltimore Ravens. 

Who’s your favorite athlete?

LeBron James. He's the greatest athlete in the world and he is just so dominant. 

What is your favorite hobby?

Playing basketball. I've played my whole life and I love casually shooting around or playing pick-up games. 

What’s the most played song on your favorite playlist?

“Hurricane,” by Luke Combs. It's on my country playlist and that is by far my favorite playlist. 

What’s been the proudest moment of your career?

Playing in the national championship. I always went to the final four as a kid growing up, so being able to play on that stage was a dream come true. 

If you could meet anyone, dead or alive, who would it be?

My brother, Jake. He passed away from leukemia before I was born, and I would love the chance to meet him. 

If you could only eat one meal for the rest of your life, what would it be?

My mom’s homemade chicken parm. She is an amazing cook and loves to cook for the family. 

What’s on your bucket list?

Skydive. It seems like an amazing rush. 

OVERTIME from Duke senior attacker Kyra Harney

If you could change places with someone for a day, who would it be and why?

[Professional poker player] Dan Bilzerian. He has tons of money and spends his days hanging out with celebrities and models and hanging out on boats around the world. 

DOUBLE OVERTIME from Instagram user @hbruininks

Why do you play lacrosse?

I play lacrosse because I fell in love with the sport at a young age. I believe it takes a complete athlete to play the game. You need to be strong and physical, while also maintaining your quickness, stamina and intelligence. 

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