Finding out the Inside Scoop on ANDREW LEISSING
Name/Nickname: Andrew Leissing / AJ
Sport: Men’s Soccer
Position: Forward/Midfield
Hometown: Beachwood, N.J.
Major/Minor: Criminal Justice
What’s one thing you can’t live without?
My family, they are always there to support me through the
tough times and the good times.
What do you like to do in your free time?
Watch Sports, hang out with friends, and relax.
What will you remember most from your college career?
All of the players I played alongside since I was a freshman until
now with my current teammates. I played with many great
players, and all great friends.
What’s your proudest soccer moment?
Winning the CSAC championship last season.
What’s your favorite thing about playing at Neumann?
The facilities and the Staff. We have great coaches, trainers,
and overall a great athletic department with brand new facilities.
Any pregame rituals?
I like to sit by myself in the locker room and think about the
upcoming game. Visualize my role and responsibilities while staying relaxed.
What’s your favorite thing to do outside of soccer and school?
Just being around my family and friends. Whenever my family
gets together I know I’m in for a real good time.
What’s one thing soccer really needs?
Outdoor locker rooms for the teams that use the turf field
and bathrooms so the players and fans do not have to run all
the way to the Mirenda Center to use those facilities.
Where did you go on your last vacation?
Outer Banks, North Carolina with my friends the summer before
my Junior year.
What’s your plan after Neumann?
I would like to find a job in the field of law enforcement back
towards either the Toms River, NJ area or somewhere in
Delaware County. But I have no real plans yet, anything could happen.
Pose a question for our next senior
At what age did you start playing soccer, field hockey, tennis,
cross country, or volleyball?
Career Statistics as of 10/28/11
Season GP Goals Assists Points Shots
2008 21 4 6 14 23
2009 18 0 3 3 19
2010 12 11 3 25 39
2011 14 12 1 25 44
TOTAL 65 27 13 67 125
After scoring two goals against Keystone College on 10/25, Andrew is now the career leading goal scorer with 27. He now carries 67 career points, making him tied for first with 2011 graduate Zach Sell.
