2008: Played 16 matches, starting 14. Netted a goal for two points. Scored his first career goal in 5-2 win over Mercy (9/30). Part of a defensive unit which ranked ninth in the NE-10 with four shutouts.

2007: Appeared in 16 matches as a freshman, including two starts. Made first career start against American International (10/13).

High School: 2007 honors graduate of Daniel Hand High School. Multiple letterwinner, serving as team captain as a senior. Earned All-State and All-Conferene honors. Voted team MVP. Also lettered in indoor and outdoor track, also serving as captain of both as a senior. Named All-Area in Track. Awarded Southern Connecticut Scholar of the Month honors. National Honor Society member. Played for Guilford Soccer Club.

Personal: Born March 29, 1989, in New Haven, Conn. Son of Richard and Jeanne Bates of Madison, Conn. Majoring in marketing. Volunteers his time with Habitat for Humanity. Supports Chelsea FC. Lists Kevin Youkilis as a favorite athlete.