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Lehigh Lacrosse Family Congratulates Coach Cassese on Hall of Fame Induction
10/1/2018 11:38:00 AM | Men's Lacrosse
Lehigh head men's lacrosse coach Kevin Cassese was inducted into the National Lacrosse Hall of Fame this past Saturday in Hunt Valley, Md. following a historic playing career at Duke, with the United States National Team and in Major League Lacrosse. Below is a compilation of congratulations from the Lehigh Lacrosse family, past and present.
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"Congrats on the Hall of Fame, Coach! it's more than deserved. I am proud and thankful to have been mentored by you and I look forward to seeing what more you will accomplish. You da man."Â
- Roman Lao-Gosney '12
"Coach, congratulations on the induction. You da man! An honorable distinction for a worthy candidate, but it honestly comes as no surprise. You are one of the lacrosse community's finest leaders and have had a tremendous effect on the men of Lehigh Lacrosse... and I guess you were a decent player as well."
- Cameron Lao-Gosney '12
"KC!!! Congrats on the Hall, was only a matter of time. Truly one of the all-time greats. Excited to see what the future holds. Tribe sends nothing but love!!"
- Brian Hess '13
"Congrats on the induction, Coach! An incredible honor, but nothing can truly account for what you have done for the program and, more importantly, the student-athletes over the last decade. On behalf of the class of 2010, thank you for everything!"
- Max Copelan '10
"Coach, congrats on the HOF! It has been as absolute honor to play for one of the most respected people in the history of lacrosse. Congratulations on the well-deserved honor!"
- Andrew Pettit '19
"Congratulations, Coach! This is no surprise. You have helped me and my teammates not only develop in the classroom and on the field, but more importantly, as men. You are a role model to all of us!"
- Mickey Fitzpatrick '19
"Congrats, Coach. No one deserves it more! Only thing better than a Hall of Fame induction is an induction and a championship ring!"
- Craig Chick '19
"Coach Cassese, congratulations on your induction to the Hall of Fame. Nobody deserves it more than you. Now, let's make the year even more exceptional by winning a PLC in the spring!"
- Tristan Rai '19
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"Coach, Congratulations on an incredible accomplishment. Your playing career is one that speaks for itself. It's hard to believe that the first time we met was on a recruiting trip at Stony Brook, and now we have the opportunity to work with each other every day. Congrats again on an incredible accomplishment and one that is without a doubt well-deserved."
- Tom Compitello (Assistant Coach)
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"Congratulations on the HOF, Coach Cassese! No one deserves it more. Unbelievable player and even better coach. Keep attacking!"
- Casey Eidenshink '16 (and Assistant Coach)
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 "Coach Cassese, I couldn't be happier for you and your accomplishment. You are one of the hardest-working people I know, and being inducted in the HOF is a true testament of that and how much you've done for the sport. I will always appreciate everything you've done for me and the class of 2013. We are all extremely excited for you and as proud as ever to be a Lehigh alum."
- Mike Noone '13
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"Congrats KC! Couldn't think of a more deserving person to be inducted into the HOF. It was truly an honor to learn from one of the all-time greats."
- Dante Fantoni '13
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"Coach, huge congratulations on your selection to the Hall of Fame! Couldn't have asked for a better coach and mentor in our formative college years. Truly instilled in us the qualities that it takes to be successful, both on and off the field, which carry over to our daily lives following graduation. Go Mountain Hawks!"
- Ty Souders '14
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"Thank you Coach for taking a shot on this walk-on! Grateful to be given the opportunity to lace up with the men in Brown & White and play on your team for four years. Lehigh Lacrosse has largely shaped my college experience and I will take those memories, and two Patriot League Championship rings, with me forever."
- Kyle Stiefel '13
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"Coach Cassese, congratulations on this incredible accomplishment. I can't think of a more deserving candidate. Not only an unbelievable player and coach, but more importantly, an amazing person. I learned so much from you and I am so thankful I had the opportunity to be a small part of your HOF career, one that I'm sure has more greatness in store!"
- Dan Taylor '15
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"Congrats on the Hall of Fame, Coach! I can't think of anyone who deserves this distinction more. Your passion and love for the game are unmatched. You pushed every one of us to be the best we could be, on and off the field, and the program would not be where it is without your work and leadership. I can't wait to see the heights the Mountain Hawks will reach under your leadership."
- Evan Guerrero '10
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"Congratulations, Coach Cassese! I couldn't ask for a better boss, mentor or leader. I would not be where I am today without you. Forever grateful."
- Will Scudder '11 (and Assistant Coach)
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"Congrats on the Hall of Fame, Coach! it's more than deserved. I am proud and thankful to have been mentored by you and I look forward to seeing what more you will accomplish. You da man."Â
- Roman Lao-Gosney '12
"Coach, congratulations on the induction. You da man! An honorable distinction for a worthy candidate, but it honestly comes as no surprise. You are one of the lacrosse community's finest leaders and have had a tremendous effect on the men of Lehigh Lacrosse... and I guess you were a decent player as well."
- Cameron Lao-Gosney '12
"KC!!! Congrats on the Hall, was only a matter of time. Truly one of the all-time greats. Excited to see what the future holds. Tribe sends nothing but love!!"
- Brian Hess '13
"Congrats on the induction, Coach! An incredible honor, but nothing can truly account for what you have done for the program and, more importantly, the student-athletes over the last decade. On behalf of the class of 2010, thank you for everything!"
- Max Copelan '10
"Coach, congrats on the HOF! It has been as absolute honor to play for one of the most respected people in the history of lacrosse. Congratulations on the well-deserved honor!"
- Andrew Pettit '19
"Congratulations, Coach! This is no surprise. You have helped me and my teammates not only develop in the classroom and on the field, but more importantly, as men. You are a role model to all of us!"
- Mickey Fitzpatrick '19
"Congrats, Coach. No one deserves it more! Only thing better than a Hall of Fame induction is an induction and a championship ring!"
- Craig Chick '19
"Coach Cassese, congratulations on your induction to the Hall of Fame. Nobody deserves it more than you. Now, let's make the year even more exceptional by winning a PLC in the spring!"
- Tristan Rai '19
"Coach, Congratulations on an incredible accomplishment. Your playing career is one that speaks for itself. It's hard to believe that the first time we met was on a recruiting trip at Stony Brook, and now we have the opportunity to work with each other every day. Congrats again on an incredible accomplishment and one that is without a doubt well-deserved."
- Tom Compitello (Assistant Coach)
"Congratulations on the HOF, Coach Cassese! No one deserves it more. Unbelievable player and even better coach. Keep attacking!"
- Casey Eidenshink '16 (and Assistant Coach)
 "Coach Cassese, I couldn't be happier for you and your accomplishment. You are one of the hardest-working people I know, and being inducted in the HOF is a true testament of that and how much you've done for the sport. I will always appreciate everything you've done for me and the class of 2013. We are all extremely excited for you and as proud as ever to be a Lehigh alum."
- Mike Noone '13
"Congrats KC! Couldn't think of a more deserving person to be inducted into the HOF. It was truly an honor to learn from one of the all-time greats."
- Dante Fantoni '13
"Coach, huge congratulations on your selection to the Hall of Fame! Couldn't have asked for a better coach and mentor in our formative college years. Truly instilled in us the qualities that it takes to be successful, both on and off the field, which carry over to our daily lives following graduation. Go Mountain Hawks!"
- Ty Souders '14
"Thank you Coach for taking a shot on this walk-on! Grateful to be given the opportunity to lace up with the men in Brown & White and play on your team for four years. Lehigh Lacrosse has largely shaped my college experience and I will take those memories, and two Patriot League Championship rings, with me forever."
- Kyle Stiefel '13
"Coach Cassese, congratulations on this incredible accomplishment. I can't think of a more deserving candidate. Not only an unbelievable player and coach, but more importantly, an amazing person. I learned so much from you and I am so thankful I had the opportunity to be a small part of your HOF career, one that I'm sure has more greatness in store!"
- Dan Taylor '15
"Congrats on the Hall of Fame, Coach! I can't think of anyone who deserves this distinction more. Your passion and love for the game are unmatched. You pushed every one of us to be the best we could be, on and off the field, and the program would not be where it is without your work and leadership. I can't wait to see the heights the Mountain Hawks will reach under your leadership."
- Evan Guerrero '10
"Congratulations, Coach Cassese! I couldn't ask for a better boss, mentor or leader. I would not be where I am today without you. Forever grateful."
- Will Scudder '11 (and Assistant Coach)
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