Barry University Athletics

Will move from the infield to pitcher this season ... Throws a knuckleball as his primary pitch ... Should be an effective addition for the Bucs coming out of the bullpen.

SOPHOMORE (2008): Played in 24 games and started in one ... Drove in a run in 13 plate apperances ... Drew six walks and tallied a .429 on-base percentage ... In the field, had three put outs and 14 assists, while recording just one error.

FRESHMAN (2007): Played in 17 games with nine starts ... Scored seven runs with six hits and three RBI ... Was perfect two-for-two in stolen base attempts.

RED-SHIRT (2006): Did not participate.

HIGH SCHOOL: A 2002 graduate of Miami Coral Park where he lettered three times under coach Jose Novas ... All-Dade Selection with a .400 average and six home runs.

PERSONAL: Son of Julio and Miriam Diez ... Has one brother, Alexander ... Majoring in accounting.