TITANS `06: Did not play in 2006 and was granted a redshirt season.

ARCADIA HS: Played three varsity seasons for the Apaches under Coaches Sean McCorrey and former Cal State Fullerton pitcher Mike Parisi • Was a two-time All-Pacific League and All-San Gabriel Valley honoree his sophomore and senior years • Earned All-CIF honors as a sophomore.

PERSONAL: Born on March 20, 1986, in Pasadena, Calif. • Parents are David and Marilyn Pinkerton • Has an older brother (Jack) and an older sister (Eileen) • Full name is William David Pinkerton • His greatest influence is his whole family • Major is undeclared • Models his game after Pete Rose • Likes waterskiing • Biggest sports thrill was winning the El Segundo Tournament at Arcadia H.S. • Favorites include: Top Gun, 61*, and Wedding Crashers (movies), John Wayne and Will Ferrell (actors), Toby Keith, Tim McGraw, and Jack Johnson (musical artists).