2013: Appeared in seven games as a sophomore, including one start at designated hitter against Iowa (March 1) … Scored one run in UALR’s game against Milwaukee (March 9) as part of the Austin Peay Tournament in Clarksville, Tenn.

2012: Played in two games as a true freshman … Was hit by a pitch in his only plate appearance of the season against Bradley on Feb. 25 … Recorded two putouts against South Dakota State on March 7 … Named to the Sun Belt Conference Academic Honor Roll for achieving a grade point average of 3.0 to 3.49.

High School: Received District 8-5A Honorable Mention accolades as a senior at Allen High School ... Was the recipient of the Star of the Year and Iron Will awards as a junior ... Played for head coach Paul Coe ... Participated in the Young Men's Service League, doing service projects around the community.

Personal: Full name is Ryan Bradley Hope ... Born Aug. 17, 1992 in Dallas, Texas ... Son of Kyle and Cindy Hope ... Has one sister, Erin Allen ... An accounting major.