HIGH SCHOOL: Compiled a 14-1 career pitching record...Second team All-District outfielder For Dave Savino at Hermitage High School....Hit .350 as a senior with four homers...
PERSONAL: Birthdate: Jan. 31, 1987...Parents: Ken and Debbie Strickler... Has one brother, Josh (20), and one sister, Kelly (13)...Nickname: Strick...Favorite Sports Personality: John Smoltz of the Atlanta Braves...Person in history would most like to meet: Roberto Clemente...Dream Vacation: Greece...Plans to major in Criminal Justice.