Barry University Athletics

MICHAEL AT A GLANCE: He looks to add value to the team as a utility player and hard worker ... Has above-average speed which will help Barry offensively and defensively.

FRESHMAN (2018): Played in nine games ... Recorded at least one hit in five games ... Hit .667 with a double and an RBI ... Had season-high two hits, including a double at Embry-Riddle (Apr. 28) ... Had a hit and drove in a run in only plate appearance vs. Florida Southern (Feb. 24) ... Had a single and scored a run in only at-bat of 13-4 win over Molloy (March 11) ... Singled in pinch hit appearance of 13-4 win over Adelphi (March 15) ... Athletic Director's List in spring ... Sunshine State Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll in spring.

RED-SHIRT (2017): Did not compete ... Athletic Director's List in fall ... Dean's List in spring ... Sunshine State Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll in spring. 

HIGH SCHOOL: Played for coach Jose Lopez at Barbara Coleman High ... Batted .394 with 22 runs scored ... Hit one home run, six doubles, and had 27 RBI ... Stole 12 bases ... Went 1-1 while pitching for the Gators ... Had a 1.31 ERA with 28 strikeouts and four saves.

PERSONAL: Son of Albert Heras and Ivonne Avendano ... Has two twin sisters, Alyssa and Sophia ... Nursing major.