At Delaware: Will challenge for playing time as a pitcher and outfielder for the Blue Hens.

High School: All-State Player of the Year as a senior at Westerly High School • named Gatorade Player of the Year • selected Providence Journal Athlete of the Month • first team all-state and all-division selection as a senior • named first team all-division and second team all-state as a sophomore and junior • did not allow an earned run in the regular season of junior season • started four years on softball team and three years on basketball team • led both squads to a division championship • was a member of the Westerly dance team • member of National Honor Society • class treasurer • earned high honors all four years.

Personal: Samantha Marie Shawn • born September 2, 1988 • daughter of Roger and Jane Shawn • has a brother Roger, 26 • owns horses • nursing major at Delaware.