2008: Competed in one meet during the season...turned in a 15.05 on the vault against Iowa on Jan. 26...was awarded the Edward J. Saleh Scholarship Award for his athletic and academic achievements.

2007: Did not compete in a meet for the Flames.

2006: Competed in one meet for the Flames.

2005: Competed in one meet during the season before injury ended his rookie year...debuted at the Windy City Invitational on high bar.

Prep/Personal: Competed four years for Technique Gymnastics...previously competed three years for Byers Gymnastics, the same club that produced UIC All-American Neil Faustino...national qualifier in 2003 and 2004...2004 state silver medallist on vault...2002 State Class III All-Around Champion...born Jan. 16, 1986...son of Zachary and Jo Taylor...majoring in finance.