Ryan Haggerty Class: Freshman Hometown: Glen Ellyn, Ill. High School: Benet Academy Height / Weight: 6-8 / 210 Position: Forward Major: Business

• Career Overview
Starts his second season with the Panthers ... expected to fight for playing time in the front court.

• 2008-09 Season Notes
Redshirted to maintain freshman eligibility ... played five minutes in an exhibition game against MSOE Nov. 5, scoring two points to go with two rebounds ... played six more minutes against Parkside Nov. 8.

• Benet Academy
Earned all-state special mention recognition from the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association as a senior ... averaged 10.8 points and 5.8 rebounds per game in his second year as a varsity starter ... also collected all-city honors from the Naperville Sun and earned a spot on the All-East Suburban Catholic Conference team ... earned spots on the all-tournament teams at the Downers Grove North and Plainfield North tournaments ... averaged 8.3 points and 5.9 rebounds as a junior.

• Personal
Son of Jerry and Stacey Haggerty ... was named an Illinois State Scholar following his senior year of high school.