2007: Started 36 of 39 games played at catcher as a true freshman ... batted .257 with 27 hits, four doubles, two home runs, seven RBIs and 12 runs scored ... registered eight multi-hit games ... threw out seven attempting base stealers ... hit both home runs vs. Missouri State ... season-best four game hitting streak from April 14-17.

Prep: First team all-league catcher at El Modena High School in Orange, Calif. ... batted .330 as a senior ... Rookie of the Year ... coached by Steve Harrington ... played for Filly's Gold ASA team ... also played volleyball and soccer.

Personal: Born 4-24-88 ... daughter of Irma Ramirez ... has a brother, Albert ... majoring in Business ... enjoys shopping and dancing ... favorite athlete is Alex Rodriguez ... also recruited by Florida, Notre Dame, Ohio, Wagner and Campbell.