Get to Know: Cameron Strawderman, Athletic Trainer

I was first introduced to athletic training when I was working in a work study position in the first college that I attended. I worked to help the athletic training staff set up practices and games and began to see what an athletic trainer is. After I transferred schools I saw that there was a degree for athletic training being offered so I decided to take the introductory courses and from there on I felt that I had found my calling.

Charleston, West Virginia

I would say that my favorite Lees-McRae moment would be the first time I attended the CATSPYs as it showed how the students and athletic staff come together to honor their fellow athletes.

I don't have a particular favorite athletic training moment, but I do always feel elated when an athlete that has been working through a tough injury is finally able to return to their sport.

My favorite place on campus is Tate Field during an early morning practice when you can see the sun slowly rising over the mountains.

My music playlist tends to have a variety of rock and metal in it, with some examples including System of a Down, Linkin Park, Metallica, Trivium, and The Offspring.

My favorite place to visit would be the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area because it gives me a chance to meet up with some of my extended family that I am not able to see as frequently as I would like.

I have always had difficulty finding a favorite sports team, tending to just enjoy competitive matches of whatever I am watching, but if I had to choose one then I would say Chelsea FC

I currently work with the women's soccer team, the swim team and the men's lacrosse team, but I have worked with the women's lacrosse team, the women's basketball team, men's and women's volleyball teams