A Q&A Quicky with Boston Cannons Midfielder, Josh Hawkins

Where did you grow up?

I grew up in Amherst Massachusetts, where I attended Deerfield Academy.

What was your favorite Warrior commercial that you were featured in?

Touch the future baby!

What made you want to first pick up a stick?

Was horrible at baseball and my father had played in college (Williams College) so he got me a stick and the rest was history.

What is your stick set up (shaft, head)?

This past summer I used a Warrior Burn head and Warrior Titanium shaft.

Growing up, were you a. "multi sport athlete", or did you strictly focus on lacrosse?

In high school I played football, basketball and lacrosse. I wish I had tried hockey growing up.

Who is the most influential person in your life?

My pops.

Are you superstitious?

Not superstitious but I have a routine.

Do you have any pre-game rituals?

Nothing out of the ordinary, except I have to have Double Bubble bubble gum.

How do you spend your time during the off season?

I’m an assistant men’s lacrosse coach at Amherst College.

What is your fastest recorded shot speed?

“Slow is smooth and smooth is fast!”

"Hawk! How's the golf game? ​-​Davey Emala

Considering I grew up on a golf course my golf game should be dialed…but unfortunately its not.