A Sophomore from Overland Park, KS ... 1997 College Season: as a Freshman, posted a .409 batting average with seven home runs and 37 RBI ... played in 52 games while starting 31 ... led team in on-base percentage at .497 ... had best game vs. North Carolina State in South II Regional, going 4 for 5 with one home run, one double, and three RBI ... became an everyday player at mid season ... hit .390 playing summer ball with the Prince William (VA.) Gators ... and .500 in the ABA World Series ... Personal: son of Robert and Cathy Magness ... has a brother, Joe ... deciding on a major ... named to WSU AD's honor roll in Spring and Fall 1997 ... lists Martial Arts as a hobby ... Player Favorites: Movie (The Natural) ... Music (Anything) ... Athlete (Frank Thomas) ... Subject (Math) ... Pro Team (San Francisco 49ers) ... TV Show (Sportscenter) ... Car (Yukon).