Junior College: Was a first-team all-conference selection at Oxnard College in Oxnard, Calif. ... Was the top starter at Oxnard in 2009, going 5-4 with a 5.89 ERA, pitching over 90 innings.

High School: Was an all-league selection at Hueneme High School in Oxnard, Calif. ... Coached by Joel Mills ... Graduated with a 3.0 GPA.

Personal: Son of Joe and Gina Juarez ... Has an older sister, Candice ... Is majoring in exercise science ... Full name is Brian "Joey" Juarez ... Enjoys the outdoors and skateboarding.