I was born and raised in Dallas Texas, and I now reside in Keller Texas. My elementary and secondary education are by way of Notre Dame of Dallas formerly St. Peter's Academy. I attended and graduated from Justin F. Kimball High School in 1987. I attended Dallas County Community College and received an associate's degree prior to enrolling at the university level. I began my studies at North Texas State University, now The University of North Texas, in the spring of 1991 and graduated in May of 1996 with a bachelor's degree in psychology and minors in criminal justice and sociology. I was a four-year member of the cheer team, a member of the 1995 NCA Collegiate National Championship team. I was assistant coach of the 2000 and 2002 NCA National Championship teams. Lastly, and most important I'm a Christian and Veteran and proudly served my country as a United States Marine.