As a junior: Appeared in 27 games, primarily as a pinch hitter. Finished with a .218 batting average and drove in 14 runs.

In junior college: Started two years at Connors State and batted .373 with 15 doubles, seven home runs and 34 RBI as a freshman ... followed that by hitting .394 in 60 games with 21 doubles, five homers and 60 RBI and was an All-Bi State Conference selection.

In high school: Was a three-year starter for the Bishop McGuiness High School Irish ... set the school record with a .402 career batting average ... was an all-district and all-city selection and led the team in home runs and batting average ... also started three years as defensive end for the football squad.

Personal: Born May 12, 1986 in Midwest City, Okla. ... son of Charles and Renell Zurmehly.