Transferred to Samford from Alabama Southern Community College . . . will compete for a weekend starting spot.

Previous College: Played two seasons at Alabama Southern Community College . . . was the top pitcher on a staff that helped the team to a No. 17 national ranking . . . was ranked in 10 separate categories.

High School: Prepped at Crestview High School . . . was the team's MVP as a freshman and senior . . . named All-Conference as a senior.

Personal: Born Sept. 23, 1986 . . . son of Jim and Barbara Stephens . . . majoring in business administration.