The freshman year was a learning period for Jeff, as he was able to earn some minutes in almost every game while also observing the successful tandem of Brian Asher and Michael Cummins. It is now Jeff's turn, and he will be asked to grab the proverbial bull by the horns. If his progress in the weight room is any indication, then Jeff is completely committed to being a great defensive midfielder: he raised his 3 Lift combined maximums by 116 lbs! Jeff's improved strength and nifty ground ball skills provide a foundation for him to become a critical member of our program in 2009...2008: Saw action in seven games for the Bears...Scored a goal vs. Lehigh...Also picked-up five ground balls...Secondary School Background: A graduate of Western Reserve Academy where he lettered in lacrosse (4), soccer (4) and ice hockey (4)...Team captain in lacrosse and ice hockey (2 years)...Second team All-MSLA in 2006 and 2007...All-time leading hockey point scorer in school history...Academic All-American...First team All-County League in soccer...Personal: The son of Jeffrey and Betsy Foote of Hudson...Has a brother, Andrew, and a sister, Julie...Enjoys photography...Undecided on his concentration.