2008: Redshirted in 2008.

High School: Was part of the 2008 state runner-up 4A team at Monarch High School in Louisville, Colo. ... Was first-team all-state selection in 2008 ... Was an honorable mention all-state selection for 2007 season ... Was first-team all-conference and all-county for 2007 and 2008 performances ... Holds the second-highest career tackles in Coyote history ... Was a two time academic all-state honorable mention ... Also competed in baseball and track ... Graduated with a 3.6 GPA.

Personal: Son of Leanne and Dennis Hamlin .. Has one brother, Ryan ... Plans to major in elementary education.