One of John Carroll's most productive and consistent hitters is also one of its toughest outs. The Statistical Division III hit-by-pitch national champion in 2010, will look to lead by example at the plate, and in the field as a senior.
2010
Led the team and the OAC with an on base percentage (.552) ... Led the team in runs (44), triples (3), and batting average, which was also fourth best in the OAC (.406) ... Had his best game on April 6, at Notre Dame College where he went 4-5 with a HR and six RBI ... Was named to the second team All-OAC for his efforts.
2009
Made an impact in the 2009 season as a sophomore ... Led the team with 47 runs scored ... Ended the season 5th in batting average (.348), second in slugging percentage (.485), third in hits (46), and second in RBI (33) .... Had a game high five runs scored against Capital on March 21 ... For his efforts, was named second team All-OAC.
High School
Batted .425 for St. Ignatius as a senior in 2007 … While at Ignatius, was a member of a nationally ranked team and State Final Four contender … Member of National Honors Society …High school activities included Right to Life, Film Club, Math Club, Latin Club, Browns Backers, and Chess Club.
Academic & Personal
Majoring in Mathematics/Computer Science at John Carroll … Carries a 3.32 GPA ... Dean's List student ... Son of Vince and Nancy Benander.
