Proven leader in the back ... has grown in his position after one year and expected to be the leader in the back field.

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

Prior to NJIT: Four year starter at Red Oak High School ... played club ball for River Plate Soccer Club which in 2004 was ranked second in North Texas.

Personal: Son of Rafael and Angelina Barrera ... majoring in marketing and finance.