- Graduate of Baldwin High School and the University of Pittsburgh
- 1977 earned PA state honors in football, wrestling, and track
- A Baldwin MVP , played in the Big 33 game and a Baldwin Hall of Fame inductee
- 1980 Academic All-American and, and 2009 Pitt’s Lettermen’s Club Award of Distinction honoree
- A four year letterman at Pitt and a starting running back during their three consecutive 10-1 seasons
- 1980 gained over 1000 yards combined rushing and pass receptions
- Offered free agent contracts from Steelers and Eagles in 1981but opted to remain in Dental School
- A successful Dentist in the South Hills and active in various charities in several South Hills communities