Defensive catcher who receives and throws well ... Great attitude and knowledge of the game ... Love of the game and great work ethic makes him the first on the field every day.

PREVIOUS COLLEGE: Played for coach Danny Price at FIU ... In two seasons with the Golden Panthers, played in 66 games with 48 starts behind the plate ... Recorded six career-doubles, three home runs, and 21 RBI ... Threw out 20 percent of attempted base stealers as a sophomore.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played at Belen Jesuit for coach Tony Meilon ... Earned four letters in baseball ... Recorded a .469 average with five home runs, eight doubles, and 31 RBI as a senior ... 2004 All-Dade County and Third-team All-State as a senior ... Third-team All-Dade as a junior and honorable mention as a sophomore.

PERSONAL: Son of Arseniio and Maria Marquez ... Has two siblings ... Psychology major.

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