On Barrett: Local product who gives the Terps another quality option behind the plate.

At Quince Orchard: Three year lettterwinner … helped guide his team to a 14-3 record and the Montgomery County championship his senior season … named the team's defensive player of the year in 2000 … batted .310 in his career as a prep … totaled 20 HBPs during his three seasons at Quince Orchard.

Personal: Born Dec. 16, 1981 … son of Kathleen and Robert Barrett … undecided on a major … chose Maryland for its academics and the location.

Joe Barrett Class: Freshman Hometown: Gaithersburg, Md. High School: Quince Orchard Height / Weight: 5-11 / 170 Position: Catcher Birthdate: 12/16/1981