I long knew from an early age that my dreams and aspirations were with baseball. It was a love from the moment I stepped on this earth. I ate, drank and slept baseball. I did the typical sports as a kid in southern California, playing baseball and football. My heart always pitter pattered whenever I donned a glove and stepped on the field. It was magical.

Early on in little league other parents would always tell my parents that I should play professional baseball someday. I was lucky in that I had a great arm from the get go. It was my recognition and identity as a kid. It carried on later in high school as I got my first taste of scouts coming around to check me out.

I ended up going to college and attended Rio Hondo College, Fullerton JC, and finally Pepperdine University on a scholarship. I had been drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates the year before but turned them down to attend Pepperdine.

After only 1 year with Pepperdine, I signed with the Oakland A's, having coming up through the organization with Canseco and McGwire. I broke into the bigs in 1986. I went on to play for the San Fransisco Giants and ended up in the World Series in 1989. I was lucky enough to hit a 3 run home run in game 3 that year of the series.

I also played ball in Japan at the end of my career in 1991 and 1992 after signing a big contract overseas. During my career I also played winter ball in Mexico and Venezuela. Below are some of my highlights in the game.

*Signed out of Pepperdine University
*Rookie year with Oakland A's in 1986
*World Series in 1989 with San Fransisco Giants
*2 winters in Venezuela
*1 winter in Mexico
*Home run 1st at bat in Yankee Stadium 1986
*1st multi homer game versus Milwaukee Brewers 1986
*Triple A All-Star 1988- Played at Buffalo NY
*2nd in batting race American Association AAA 1988
*Eastern League (AA) Champions- West Haven A's- 1982
*2 years playing Japan for the Nippon Ham Fighters 1991-1992

Currently- Captain with Tucson Fire Dept. Having been a public servant for past 17 years, serving the community.
Initial member of the Tucson Fire Foundation, a 501.C.3 charity.
Paramedic for 13 years- EMS captain

I also currently serve as a borrower advocate for CMBS loans and work part time with 1st Service Solutions which is based out of Dallas, TX.

Above all, I have the most wonderful family and wife. I have 6 kids and only 1 left at home. In the words of Tim Tebow, I am truly blessed.