University of Central Oklahoma Athletics

Multi-talented junior set to challenge for playing time at third base while also being used as a relief pitcher . . . Right-handed hurler who saw plenty of time on the mound during stellar career at Murray State College when not starting at third . . . Proven winner who knows what it takes to help a team succeed.

Juco:  Played two years at Murray and helped lead the Aggies to the NJCAA Division II national title in 2013 . . . Was named to the Region Two and national tournament all-tournament teams . . . Had a .311 average for the year with 10 doubles, six home runs, two triples and 37 runs batted in . . . Went 4-0 with a 2.56 earned run average in 16 games on the mound, striking out 25 in 38 2/3 innings.

High School:  Helped lead Silo High School to five fall and spring state championship teams, earning All-District acclaim as a senior after hitting .339 with five homers and going 10-0 on the mound . . . Also a four-year basketball letterman.

Personal:  Biology major looking to become an orthodontist . . . Enjoys fishing as a hobby . . . Names “Sandlot” as his favorite sports movie . . . Lists the Texas Rangers as his top team . . . Birthdate is Aug. 6, 1993.