Transfer from Kent State University ... Redshirted last year ... Previously wrestled as a freshman for the University of Michigan ... Was an all-state first team defensive lineman on the prep level ... Chosen as Saginaw Valley League MVP in high school ... Named to the Detroit Free Press Dream Team ... Was a four-time All-Saginaw Valley League selection, including three first team honors as a prepster ... Also was a state champion wrestler at Lapeer East High School.