Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Athletics

A fit, athletic and strong player who brings a good pedigree as a defender to the lineup?expected to challenge immediately for a spot on the Eagles' back line?earned his private pilot license in one year at Ohio University.

Prep:? 2002 graduate of Jackson High School?three-year letterwinner for Coach Michael Biros?helped the Polar Bears? to league titles as a sophomore and a senior?Federal League Player of the Year (2002)?named Most Improved Player as a freshman?two-time team MVP?two-time Federal League first-team and All-County first team selection?first-team All-District as a senior?one of the Akron Beacon's Players to Watch in 2002?recipient of the Joey Armogida soccer scholarship?played five years for the Ohio Premier club team and one year with Akron Canton Premier.

Personal: Born in Rock County, Wisconsin on February 28, 1985?son of Brian McCreary and Kristina Nero?chose to attend Embry-Riddle for its flight program?majoring in Aeronautical Science?volunteered to record books for disabled students?youth soccer coach?worked with habitat for humanity.