Born and raised in Oakland. After living 18 years in Oakland I began my undergraduate studies at the University of Washington where I am to this day.

The picture to the left was taken when the A's clinched the AL West in 2006 with a win over the Mariners at Safeco.. I'm the skinny guy leaning forward in the A's home jersey. Jay Payton and Kielty both gave me a thumbs up after wishing them congrats from center field!