Outlook: A very talented pitcher with the capabilities of being a No. 1 starter this season. Has a strong fastball and great overall control.
At UCLA: Redshirted last season after transfering from Saddleback Community College in Mission Viejo.
Personal: 1997 American Legion Tournament MVP...was also recruited by Hawaii, California Poly SLO, California Santa Barbara, and California San Diego...lists his favorite food as spaghetti...likes to do stand-up comedy in his spare time...has three high school teammates in Division I programs...son of Thomas and Kathleen Cheo...brother Scott also plays baseball at Saddleback.