High School: Was a three-time state qualifier while at Durango HS in Durango, Colo. under coach Sean Smith ... As a senior, he placed fifth in the state ... Also played football at Durango.

Personal: Son of Frank and Charlene Sandoval ... Has one older sister, Stephanie, and a younger sister, Nicole ... Is majoring in education and history ... His goals include graduating with a degree and winning a national championship at CSU-Pueblo.