JUNIOR COLLEGE: Played for Atlanta Metro JC as a sophomore, averaging 13 points, six rebounds and four assists a game ... Played for Miles CC as a freshman, averaging eight points a game and leading the team in assists.

HIGH SCHOOL: Played for two seasons at Berkmar HS ... Averaged 20 points and six rebounds a game as a senior ... Earned All-Gwinnett County honors and was named the team's MVP ... Was the first person in school history to record a 40 point/20 rebound game.

PERSONAL: Born Patrick Joseph Shokpeka on March 8, 1988, in Atlanta, Ga. ... Hometown is Lawrenceville, Ga. ... Son of Ann and Joseph Shokpeka ... Has two brothers, Richard and Keyshore ... Majoring in physical education ... Enjoys spending time with family and going to the beach ... Lists Martin Luther King, Jr., as an influential figure.

COACH BURKHAMER SAYS: "Patrick is a young man that impressed us this summer with his toughness and desire to play college basketball. Patrick will play primarily the wing position but could be used at the point spot in a crunch. Patrick is very athletic, strong with the ball and can score from inside or out. Patrick is a quality addition to our team."