Western Illinois University Athletics

REDSHIRT-FRESHMAN (2012): Did not see any game action... joined the Leathernecks as a walk-on.

HIGH SCHOOL: Lettered two years in football, basketball and baseball... played for coach Bryan Wells at Neuqua Valley HS... named All-Area, All-Conference and Offensive MVP... team captain... All-City honors his junior year... as a senior rushed for 1,400 yards and 17 touchdowns.

PERSONAL: Born December 12, 1992 in Newport Beach, California... No. 1 sports highlight was scoring four touchdowns in the first round of the playoffs against Downers Grove South his senior year... his brother and father have been a major influence, "They taught me to never give up regardless of the circumstances."... most admires Ben Klienhans, "He gave me the confidence I have today. He expected more out of me than I did of myself and taught me to rise to the occasion."... enjoys golfing and hanging out with friends... favorite professional teams are the Chicago Bears, Bulls and Blackhawks... son of Bruce and Tracey Snyder.

MAJOR: Business Management