2009-10: Raw but talented first-year wrestler … will compete for mat time at 141 and more likely 149 pounds during his rookie campaign.

High School: Four-year member of the wrestling team at Christian Brothers Academy, earning one letter … named a starter for his senior season before having it cut short due to injury … received the school’s scholar-athlete award following his senior campaign … four-year member of the Honor Roll.

Personal: Recipient of an ROTC Scholarship … undeclared major.