University of Central Oklahoma Athletics

Returning letterman who will play a key role this season after gaining valuable experience in 2007-08 . . . Came on strong down the stretch last year and is a versatile sophomore poised for a big season . . . Tenacious defender who is a better shooter than he showed last year and is expected to take on an increased offensive role . . . Transferred to UCO after spending one season at Oklahoma Baptist University.

2007-08:  Appeared in 26 of 34 games and helped spark UCO’s late-season surge by starting nine of the last 10 games, including all seven in the postseason . . . Averaged 3.1 points and 2.4 rebounds in his nine starts, pulling down a career-high eight boards in LSC Tournament finals win over Texas A&M-Commerce . . . Netted 2.3 points and 1.5 rebounds a game for the season with a pair of double-digit scoring outings . . . Scored a season-high 13 points with three 3-pointers in 17 minutes against New Mexico Highlands and had 11 points in home win over Cameron . . .

OBU:  Sat out a redshirt season in 2006-07.

High School:  Enjoyed a brilliant prep career at Oklahoma Christian School in Edmond, helping lead the Saints to three state titles . . . Received Edmond Sun All-City, Oklahoman Little All-City and All-State honors as a senior . . . Also played on a state championship golf team.

Personal:  A business marketing major . . . Birthdate is Feb. 28, 1987.