Vanguard University

The athlete: Joshua is back in the Blue and Gold for his third year, his senior campaign with VUSC?saw action in 13 games last year?drained both of his free-throw attempts?has played in 37 career games for the Lions, snaring 22 rebounds in the process?came to Vanguard after spending his freshman campaign with Head Coach Larry Doty at Linfield College in McMinnville, Oregon?graduated in 2007 from Linfield High School in Temecula, California where he played for Head Coach Scott Day?was First Team All-League 2006-2007 and First Team All-CIF 2006-2007?played two years of AAU basketball?also played football and baseball?has played basketball for a long time?lefty who can score inside and rebound the ball at both ends?.brings physical toughness to the team?gives VUSC another option off the bench at the big position.

The person: Joshua was born in San Clemente, California to parents David and Elizabeth on May 24, 1989?has one brother and one sister?graduating in the spring with a degree in Sociology?favorite color is purple and number is 40?favorite movies are "American History X" and "White Men Can't Jump" and TV show is "Two & a Half Men"?roots for the Dallas Cowboys?sports hero is Ben Wallace?likes the Bible passage Joshua 1:9?favorite day of the week is game day?enjoys eating at "California Beach Sushi"?hobbies include sleeping and eating?most respects his mom and dad?learned life doesn't come easy?would like to become a lawyer after he graduates from Vanguard.

Senior Reflection: Vanguard is a great school with a lot of great people. I want to be remembered for my commitment to the team and the support I gave my team during games.

Coach's Soliday's Comments: Josh is a physically strong presence who is not afraid to bang inside and challenge guys. He has worked hard to improve as a player and will give us additional depth inside.