Nickname: The Rock

Home Town : Madawaska, Maine

Current Residence : Charlotte, North Carolina

Year Turned Pro : 1994

First Pro Event : 1993 BCA Charlotte Classic

Sponsors : Kwikfire, Inc.

What is your greatest strength?

Solid mechanics and a strong break.

What is your favorite memory of the sport?

Traveling to competitions with my dad.

How did you get started playing the sport?

I started learning the game from my dad at the age of 4 on our Brunswick table in the basement.  I began by entering local competitions at the age of 9 and I starting performing exhibitions with top professionals and traveling nationally at the age of 11.

What advice would you give an aspiring player?

Try to make a big part of your practice routine about focusing on the basics, having solid mechanics is the key in reaching your full potential.  And remember to Have Fun!

Places you have travels or explored?

Mexico, Bahamas, Korea, Taiwan, France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria and England.

Other hobbies/activities?

Running, hiking, biking, reading, traveling and attending local sporting events.

Why do you love pool?

It's challenging, rewarding and competitive.

What are your goals?

To win a major WPBA Championship.  To be a role model to young aspiring players.

What can't you live without?

Hazelnut coffee in the morning and my MacBook.

Who is your biggest influence?

That's easy ... my dad!  I wouldn't be where I am today without his love, support and encouragement over the years.

What is your most treasured possession?

Pictures of me, my sister and brother when we were young.

Favorite movie?

I've always favored romantic comedies and suspense thrillers.

Favorite shot?

Extreme draw shots.

Favorite pool hall?

Prime Time Billiards in Sayreville, New Jersey.

What are five songs on your iPod?

"With You" - Chris Brown, "Crashed" Daughtry, James Morrison, Keith Urban, John Legend, Carrie Underwood, Sara Bareilles - "One Sweet Love" and Madonna.

What was your first car?

1996 Volkswagon Jetta

What living person do you most admire?

My parents for their hard work ethic, guidance, love and support.

Titles Won

Mulitple winner of a Speed-break competitions, NJ/MD/Maine State Champion, WPBA Rookie of the Year 2000, 3-time runner up in the BCA Junior Nationals and the youngest player to reach a final on the WPBA Classic Tour at the age of 14.