Monday, December 13, 2010 by AMU Sports Information Staff

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This week's highlighted athletes are Ethan Manos, Dan Mervos, Dominic Niewald. 

Ethan Manos - LB  

Coach's Comments: "Mike has had a good fall. He has shown flashes of being a top level running back and is very explosive and runs very hard. He will be a major contributor to the Gyrene offense."

- Barry Fagan - Head Coach    

• Height: 6'0"
• Weight: 195 lbs.
• Athletic Year: Freshman
• High School Grad Year: 2010
• Planned Major: Biology
• Previous School: HS
• Hometown:Chattahoochee, FL
• Favorite Athlete: Albert Pujols 
• Favorite Food: Anything Mom makes
• Favorite Sports Team: St. Louis Cardinals, Detroit Redwings, Florida State Seminoles

Manos chose AMU for the chance to be apart of a new and growing college. His hobbies include playing music and having a good time.

Dan Mervos - WR 

Coach's Comments: "Dan has made great strides to become a top notch receiver. He has very good hands and makes tough catches. His work ethic and determination will make him a good receiver."

- Barry Fagan - Head Coach

• Height: 5'10"
• Weight: 153 lbs.
• Athletic Year: Freshman
• High School Grad Year: 2010
• Planned Major: Business
• Previous School: Cooper City HS 
• Hometown: Davie, FL
• Favorite Athlete: Michael Vick
• Favorite Food: Ribs
• Favorite Sports Team: Virginia Tech
• Academic Honors: Scholar Athlete
• Athletic Honors: Honorable Mention for All-Broward 

Mervos chose AMU for its educational values. His hobbies include socializing and playing sports. 

Dominic Niewald - QB  

Coach's Comments: "A good, versatile athlete that had a good fall. He played multiple positions (QB, RB, and WR) and will be counted on to make plays for the Gyrenes."

- Barry Fagan - Head Coach 

• Height: 6'1"
• Weight: 225 lbs.
• Athletic Year: Freshman
• High School Grad Year: 2007
• Planned Major: Business
• Hometown: Beloit, KS 
• Previous School: St. Johns Catholic
• Favorite Sports Team: Kansas Jayhawks, Nebraska Corn Huskers
• Favorite Athlete: Tracey McGrady
• Favorite Food: Steak
• Athletic Honors: Offensive Player of the Year  

Niewald chose AMU for the Catholic faith. His hobbies and interests include hunting and politics.