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One of the strongest players and best shooters on the team ... Has worked extremely hard on his game during the off-season ... Most improved returner on the team ... Great free throw and three-point shooter ... Played well in the Pharm-ed league over the summer ... Could be a key player off the bench.

JUNIOR (2006-07): Played in eight games for the Bucs ... Provided depth averaging 2.9 minutes per contest.

SOPHOMORE (2005-06): Played in 16 games off the bench ... Scored three points in just two minutes against West Virginia Tech on Dec. 3 ... Had two points and two rebounds against Florida Memorial on Dec. 8 ... Tied his career-high with three points in 78-55 win over Nova Southeastern on Feb. 22.

COLLEGE (QUEENS, N.C.): Played for the Royals for one season.

HIGH SCHOOL: A First-Team All-Conference selection under coach Dan Witter at Lincoln High ... Earned two letters in baseball and three in basketball ... In his senior season, he averaged 14 points, six rebounds and four assists ... Was back-to-back MVP of the Sentry Classic Christmas Tournament.

PERSONAL: Son of Gary and Laurie Parafinczuk ... Has one brother (Justin) and one sister (Jenna) ... Majoring in business.