#0 - Branden Garcia

Sophomore

5'10" - 180

Goalkeeper

Torrance, Calif. (West Torrance HS)

2006: Played 150 minutes in apprentice role for the Eagles as a freshman, making one start ... recorded first career shutout without having to make a save in 5-0 win over San Diego Christian ... made collegiate debut with three saves in 30 minutes of 6-0 win over Dominican ... also saw 30 minutes of action during second half of 3-0 win over Embry-Riddle.

HIGH SCHOOL: Prepped three seasons at West Torrance High ... broke school records for most shutouts and most saves ... played club soccer with SBSC ... also lettered in football, tossing 20 touchdown passes ... named to Honor Roll.

PERSONAL: Born July 24, 1988 in Santa Monica to Barbara and Andre Garcia ... chemistry major at Concordia ... favorite sports team is the Detroit Pistons ... favorite athlete is Michael Jordan ... favorite movie is Dangerous Minds ... enjoys playing video games and soccer.