The College of New Jersey Athletics

2025 (JUNIOR): Played in first six games before suffering a season-ending injury ... Tallied 12 carries for 49 yards ... Best game came in the win at Castleton (10/18), when he racked up 39 yards, including a 29-yard scamper, on four rushing attempts ... Also caught one pass for no yards

2024 (SOPHOMORE): Played in eight games ... Had four catches for 41 yards and a touchdown, which came in the season opener against Eastern (9/7)

BEFORE TCNJ: Played football and basketball at Marlboro High School ... Two-year captain for the Mustangs ... Earned All-Shore honors and was named Male Athlete of the Year in 2023 

WHY TCNJ? Close to home and a great opportunity to play football and get a great education

PERSONAL: Birthday is April 19 ... Son of Maria Mendes ... Has one sibling, Zach ... Hobbies include going to the beach and listening to music ... Likes a fruit smoothie before a game ... Favorite athlete is Russell Westbrook