Prior to JWU: Graduated from Walpole High School in Walpole, Massachusetts…Played golf, hockey and baseball for the Rebels…Was named a Bay State all-star in both golf and baseball…Earned team MVP honors in golf and baseball during his senior season…Competed in many amateur golf events.

Personal: Parents – June and Brian Bender…Sibling – Matt and Chris Bender…Born November 26 in Walpole, Massachusetts…Majoring in entrepreneurship...Plans on opening his own business after graduation…Enjoys working out.