2007: Played in 13 games, mostly as a defensive replacement in the outfield ... had two at-bats on the season ... recorded eight putouts in the outfield ... scored his lone run of the season against Saint Xavier (5/5).

2006: Did not see game action. Galesburg HS: Hit .487 with eight home runs as a senior ... named to the all-conference team ... hit 13 doubles as a senior and tied the school single-season record ... also played football and was named offensive and special teams MVP ... helped team to a regional championship as a junior ... also named all-conference as a junior.

Personal: Born 1-27-87 in Galesburg, Ill. ... son of Dave and Debbie Marty ... grandfather, Merlin, was an all-American basketball player at Loras College ... major: recreation and park administration.