PERSONAL
Watching Texas A&M win the 2009 NCAA Championship along with qualifying and playing in the 2010 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach (T40) are his biggest golf thrills.
His freshman-year roommate was fellow Nationwide Tour player Martin Piller.
Enjoys traveling, especially to Europe.
Favorite courses he's played are Caves Valley and Carlton Woods and would like to play Augusta National GC.
Never travels without his iPod. First car was a Dodge Durango and now drives a Chevy Tahoe.
Favorite college team is Texas A&M, and he is a fan of the Houston Texans.
Favorite TV show is "Entourage" and favorite movie is "Crash.".
Favorite entertainer is Dave Chapelle. Other favorites include the Bible, chocolate and LeBron James.
Enjoys visiting Madrid, Spain, and Honolulu. Favorite vacation spots are Hawaii, California and Scotland.
Lists Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Tiger Woods as the three players in his dream foursome. Bucket list includes flying in a private jet, playing golf in Australia and visiting Italy. Is involved with the American Cancer Society and his local church.
Dad began teaching him the game when he was 2. Has also used Alan Hodde as an instructor.