Russ Vanover Class: Sophomore Hometown: Newton, Kan. High School: Newton HS Height / Weight: 6-1 / 185 Position: LS Birthdate: 11/16/1981 Experience: Sq

2001 (FRESHMAN) - Saw action in one game.

2000 - Redshirt season.

NEWTON HS - Honorable mention all-state selection on defensive line... Named All-Ark Valley League first-teamer on both offensive and defensive lines... Three-year starter and letterwinner for Railroaders, who were coached by Ted Jantz. Also lettered for three years in track and field... Finished third in javelin and fourth in 110-meter hurdles at 5A state meet as a senior.

PERSONAL - Born Nov. 16, 1981... Parents are Russell Vanover and Debbie Schmidt... Majoring in business.... Hopes to own his own business after graduation... Enjoys fishing.