2011: Had a pinch-hit single in his first career at bat (2/26)... recorded his first career RBI against Northern Illinois (4/2)... appeared in 14 games and made five starts... had 26 total plate appearances.

High School: Led team to Lake Ontario Secondary School Association finals while captain, the school’s first in seven years... named L.O.S.S.A All Star in 2010 and varsity baseball MVP in 2009... captain in 2009 and 2010.

Personal: Born May 20, 1991... full name is Thomas George Kenneth Richards... son of Paul and Lois... has one brother - Justin, and one sister - Jessica... will major in Business Administration... favorite athlete is Josh Hamilton... chose UB over Canisius, Lindenwood and NCCC because of the coaching staff and academics... his dream as a college athlete is to win a MAC championship and get drafted.