Academic Notes: Majoring in biology with a minor in physics.

2012: Redshirt season.

High School: Graduated from Mountain Ridge High School in 2011 ... Was a three-sport athlete, playing football and bas- ketball aside from track and field ... Was runner up at 2011 Arizona State Championships in the discus, but won five individual titles during the season, including the Arizona High School Meet of Champions ... Has a personal best throw in the discus of 181-11, and a shot put best of 50-7.

Personal: Born to Brian and Rosetta Thompson on April 30, 1993 ... Has an older sister, Domonique, and two younger sisters, Bria and Brooke ... Hobbies include playing guitar and video games ... Hopes to have a career in law enforcement or forensic science after NAU.