Towson University Athletics

Versatile newcomer ... can play a number of infield positions ... provides quality depth ... solid defensive player who impressed coaching staff in the Fall ... could also catch if needed ... one of three North County High School products on the Tigers' roster.

BACKGROUND: Three-sport standout at North County High School ... member of Knights' baseball, football and swimming teams ... first team All-Anne Arundel County second baseman for Coach Wayne Feuerherd, a Towson alumnus who pitched for the Tigers ... batted .400 with 5 doubles, 3 triples and 2 home runs as a senior ... helped Knights reach County championship game in 2009 ... All-County swimmer in 200-free ... qualified for state meet twice .... honor roll student four years.

PERSONAL: Has one older sister ... lists parents as people he admires most ... favorite athlete is Evan Longoria .... lists "Stepbrothers" as favorite movie ... favorite actor is Will Ferrell ... member of 12U NABF team which won World Series ... father is a graduate of the University of Baltimore who works for Baltimore Gas and Electric ... mother is a UMBC grad who works at Social Security Administration ... son of James and Deborah Schmidt ... born on July 7, 1990 in Baltimore, Md.