2006 (Sophomore): Started one game last season, primarily coming out of the bullpen ... Pitched a season-high 2.1 innings against Eastern New Mexico on April 7 ... Struck out a season best two batters in three different games.

2005 (Freshman): Appeared in 11 games, with one start ... Struck out 16 batters ... Only allowed six extra base hits.

High School: Graduated from Southwest Christian ... Was named second team All-state as a junior ... During the same season the team were state champions ... Played three different positions, lined-up as a shortstop, third base and pitcher.

Personal: Son of Teresa and John Palmer ... Has three siblings, Nathan (24), Caleb (21) and Grace (16) ... Majoring in criminal justice.