University of Central Oklahoma Athletics

Freshman lightweight who ranks among the front-runners for the starting berth at 125 pounds . . . Enjoyed a superb high school career and is a proven winner with a chance to step right in and be a major contributor this season.

High School: Three-time Class 5A state finalist at Grove High School, finishing runner-up as both a sophomore and junior before winning the title last year . . . Went 45-1 as a senior in receiving All-State recognition and compiled an impressive 153-16 career record . . . Also a track standout, placing in the state meet twice in the pole vault . . . Was named GHS Male Athlete of the Year as a senior.

Personal: Undecided on a major . . . Lists the Detroit Lions as his favorite professional team . . . Names "The Replacements" as his top sports movie . . . Birthdate is April 26, 1991.