2007: Sat out the season to recover from reconstructive surgery to his left ulnar collateral ligament (UCL), also known as Tommy John surgery...obtained a medical redshirt to retain three years of eligibility.

Prior to UIC: Competed for Coastal Carolina University in 2006...made three appearances out of the bullpen...struck out one in 1.2 innings of work...made his collegiate debut against Virginia on Feb. 17, 2006.

Prep/Personal: Two-year letterwinner on the mound for Lincoln-Way East...All-SICA West hurler...posted a 1.95 ERA and a 5-3 record in 60 IP as a senior...turned in a 3.10 ERA and 44 strikeouts in 50 IP as a junior...named the Griffins' Most Valuable Player as a sophomore after going 7-3 with a 1.78 ERA and 47 strikeouts in 51 innings...played summer ball for the Upper Deck Cougars...honor roll student...born June 7, 1987...son of Paul and Roxanne Kovacevich...majoring in management.