Before UNH

• Played OL/DL at West Allegheny HS for coach Bob Palko

• Helped Indians win the Western Pa. Interscholastic Athletics League Championship

• Guided offensive line that averaged 250 rushing yards per game and 375 total yards a game

• Three-time first-team All-Parkway Conference honoree as offensive lineman

• Named to the "Pittsburgh Post Gazette" Fabulous 22 team

• Earned 2009 Pennsylvania All-State honors

• Also excelled as discus thrower and shot-putter for track & field team