#16 Zach Strater

Class: Sophomore
Position: Midfielder
Height: 5-11
Hometown: Carrollton, Texas
High School: Prince of Peace Christian School

2011 (Freshman): Had a successful first year of collegiate play, playing in all 16 games on the season including 11 starts ... Took eight shots with three shot on goal.

High School: Starred for coach Antonio "Tatu" Pecorarri. ... In addition to playing soccer, he also excelled in track, cross country and football, earning a total of 12 letters between them. ... Was a a three-time First-Team All-District selection. ... Was twice named Second-Team All-State. ... Also named First-Team All-State once and was named to the state tournament All-Tournament team on three occasions. ... Helped lead his soccer team to two state championships, one state finalist and one regional runner-up. ... Off the pitch, was a member of the National Honor Society.

Personal: Parents are Scott and Laura Strater. ... Has one brother, Sean, who played soccer at St. Mary's and continues to serve as the program's graduate assistant coach. ... Undeclared major.