University of Central Oklahoma Athletics

Senior lineman anxiously awaiting to return to the field after a prolonged absence . . . Brings added strength and athletic ability to the offensive line and is expected to push for significant playing time . . . Transferred to UCO last season after spending time at Missouri State.

2006: Roster member.

Missouri State: Roster member before transferring to UCO.

High School: Two-way star lineman at Cascia Hall in Tulsa . . . Named first-team All-State, All-Metro, and District 2A-5 Lineman of the Year . . . Participated in the Jim Thorpe All-Star Game and member of Commandos 1999 state championship squad . . . Three-time state champion in powerlifing . . . Also lettered in track.

Personal: A business major who aspires to be an attorney . . . Father (Robert) played football at Luther College . . . Lists Kyle Turley as his favorite athlete . . . Birthdate is March 28, 1985.