FIU Athletics

FIU -- 2002 Freshman: Strong offensive guard who has worked hard for playing time...bench pressing 375 pounds...appeared in three games amounting to 82 snaps...had just one penalty called against him.

Glades Central High School: An important member of the three-time 3A state champion Raiders...three-year starter who anchored both the offensive and defensive lines...10 of his tackles as a senior went for losses...named all-area by the Palm Beach Post...winner of the Most Improved Award in 1999, and the Offensive Line Award and Coach’s Award as a senior...National Honor Society and a member of the student council...selected Mr. Glades Central in a vote by the student body...coached by Willie Bueno.

Personal: Born June 21, 1983...chose FIU over interest shown by Marshall, Rutgers and Florida Atlantic...son of Jay and Hina Samara...International Business major.