2006-07: First breakthrough came in a December meet in Buffalo where Roberts's time of 1:01.19 in the 100-yard breastbroke, although slower than his lifetime personal best, broke the existing school record and marked his entry into the NJIT record book. ... at the Metropolitan Swimming Conference Roberts' time of :57.43 in the 100-yard breaststroke marked another school record and another drop in the personal best category. ...His silver medal also marked the highest championship finish ever by a Highlander swimmer.

Prior to NJIT: Member of the swim team at Middletown. ... 2006 MVP and Captain; ESSL Champion 100 Breast (2005-06); Selection 9 Champion 100 Breast (2005). ... Regional football Punt, Pass and Kick champion (15th nationally) in 2003. ...Three-year varsity baseball starter at Middletown High for coach John Duczeminski; 2006 captain; 2006 Puma preseason all-America. ... College Select Norwich Showcase defensive standout. ... Played for the Hudson Valley Hurricanes for coach Dave Doucette.

Personal: Alan T. Roberts ... son of Thomas and Elizabeth Roberts ... majoring in information technology.