AS A JUNIOR (2011)
Pitched just 2.2 innings over four relief appearances in his first season with the Hornets...allowed four runs on three hits with no strikeouts and six walks in that stretch.
PRIOR TO SACRAMENTO STATE
Played two seasons at San Jose City College as a pitcher...went 1-0 with a 2.35 ERA and a team-high four saves out of the bullpen as a freshman in 2009...posted a 2.70 ERA in his sophomore season.
HIGH SCHOOL
Played four seasons of baseball at Leigh HS...named first-team All-BVAL league after his junior and senior seasons...saw time at outfielder, designated hitter and pitcher.
PERSONAL
Born Nov. 6, 1990 in San Jose, Calif. to Steve and Laura Amaral...major is communications.