Mercyhurst University Athletics

2009:  Saw time in eight contests for the Lakers including five starts… began the year as the starter at fullback for the first three games against Wayne State, Cheyney and then-ranked No. 5 Bloomsburg… did not play in the next two contests before seeing time as a reserve at Slippery Rock… excellent hands made him a threat as a receiver, finishing with six catches for 26 yards, including a long of 22 against at The Rock.

2008:  Played in six games, all consecutive, vs. Clarion Sept. 20 through the Lakers' win at Edinboro Oct. 23...Special teams player...Finished season with four special teams tackles, including three solo stops...Made two solo tackles against Gannon.

Prior to Mercyhurst: Spent two years at Mercyhurst North East, playing lacrosse at the school...First team all-district as a left tackle and defensive end in 2005...First team all-district and all-region center, as well as honorable mention defensive end in 2004...Also competed in lacrosse, track and field, and wrestling.

Personal: Born June 26, 1987...Majoring in sports medicine/health and fitness.