2003: Played in seven games as a reserve defensive back...had a career-high four tackles at Duquesne...named to the PFL Academic Honor Roll and the Butler Athletic Director's Honor Roll...Personal: Secondary education major...born 4/22/85...son of Steve and Karen Hess...High School: Two-way starter as a wide receiver and defensive back at Okemos High School...led prep squad in receiving and tackles as a senior...first team all-conference defensive back...second team all-area performer...team captain and Most Outstanding Back...all-area basketball player...MHSAA Scholar-Athlete...Academic All-League in football and basketball...High School Coach: Keith Froelich.