2007: Appeared in 12 games, starting nine defending in the back.

2006: Played in 15 games in the back, starting 13. ... Tallied two assists for two points.

2005: Played in 16 games (14 starts) as a freshman ... scored his first collegiate goal on 10/8/05 vs. Oneonta.

Prior to NJIT: Four year starter at Red Oak HS. ... State 4-A Champions (2003), first-team all-District (2004), second-team all-Region (2005), defensive MVP all-District (2005) ... played for River Plate Soccer Club which in 2004 was ranked second in North Texas.

Personal: Rafael D. Barrera. ... son of Rafael and Angelina Barrera ... majoring in business finance. ... born 1/8/87.