General: Versatile athlete who will see time both in the outfield and on the mound... Right-hander displays a steady fastball with a solid mix of off-speed pitches... Solid offensive potential for the Rams.

Prior to VCU: Four-year baseball standout at local power, Dinwiddie High School... Helped the Generals to two Central District Championships... Named All-District third baseman during his freshman year... Breakout junior year led to Central District Player of the Year honors, along with First-Team All-District pitcher and shortstop during his junior campaign... Garnered All-District honors for second straight year as shortstop and pitcher during his final season, along with Second-Team All-State.

Personal: Son of Robert and Jennifer Perkins... Born on December 12, 1989... Majoring in International Relations... Uncle, Michael Perkins, played baseball at Potomac State University.