•Freshman Season (2006-07): Named to the Colonial Athletic Association all-rookie team ... recorded eight dual victories, 10 overall ... had three pins ... got a win against Buffalo on Feb. 17.

•Before Binghamton: A four-year letterwinner for Mohawk High ...Section III 215-pound championship runnerup in 2006 ... Also a four-year letterwinner and all-state defensive lineman on the football team

• Personal: Born December 22, 1987 ... Parents are Ed and Lorie Backus ... Intends on majoring in engineering