Freshman (2007): Took part in three meets as a freshman ... Best time was a 28:54 at the Bulldog Stampede (Sept. 22) ... Was the No. 3 Emory runner and crossed the line 59th out 172 runners at the Georgia State Invitational (Sept. 15).

Prior to Emory: Fine career in both cross country track while at Trinity Preparatory ... Was coached by Ken Vinal ... Was named his team's Outstanding Distance Runner for the 2005-06 and 2006-07 seasons ... Served as capatin of the cross country team his junior and senior campaigns ... Was a second-team selection to the Orlando Sentinel cross country all-metro team ... Best 5K time in cross country was a 16:49 ... Best effort in the mile was a time of 4:30 his senior year ... Three-year recipient of cross country's Coach's Award ... Captured third place in the 1,600 meters at the 2007 state of Florida 1A Finals.

Personal: Born April 10, 1989 ... Honor roll member as a freshman and senior and was on the Headmasters List his sophomore and junior years in high school.

Career Stats

Quote: "I selected Emory Unviersity because I could still be able to run while receiving a great education. The location of the university is a big plus as well."