Rafael Thomas Bio

April 16, 2009 | Cowboy Baseball

2008: Played in 28 games with 13 starts ... went 1-for-3 in his collegiate debut against Gonzaga (2/23) ... was 2-for-5 with a grand slam and a career-high six RBIs against Mid-America Christian (4/16).

HIGH SCHOOL: A star in baseball, football and track at Lufkin High School ... was a three-time all-district pick in baseball ... played in All-American High School Baseball Game ... played for 2006 USA Baseball Junior National Team ... drafted in the 31st round by the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2007 ... also had offers from Miami, Arizona State, Texas, Oklahoma and Georgia.

PERSONAL: Undecided on a major ... son of Phyllis Hunt and James Thomas ... born Nov. 20, 1988 ... has one sister, Carlissia, and two brothers, James and Juston ... favorite athlete is Brett Anderson ... favorite baseball moment was playing for Team USA ... favorite musician is Lil' Wayne ... chose OSU because of the coaching staff.