On Harris: Fourth-year junior quarterback who continues to work behind Maryland's first wave of quarterbacks … saw brief time during 1999 fall as a practice squad fullback … has a strong arm and a quick release.

1999: Was shifted to fullback early in the season … saw action in two games (Western Carolina, West Virginia) … did not record any statistics.

1998: Did not see playing time, though did travel occasionally as a reserve quarterback.

1997: Redshirt season.

High School: Graduated from Tallwood High School in 1997 ... ended his career as the school's single-season and career passing-yardage leader ... threw for 2,785 yards and 22 touchdowns during his career, including more than 700 yards as a senior ... led his high school team to three consecutive playoff appearances ... also lettered in basketball, baseball and track.

Personal: Gilbert Lawrence Harris … born Sept. 10, 1978 ... son of Blanche and Gilbert Harris ... majoring in communications.

Harris Up Close
My goal for 2000 is: to play in a bowl game
Someday I would like to take a trip to: Africa
The best advice I've ever received is: "Look a man in the eye to gain his utmost respect."
My craziest ambition is: to be the President
If I could change one thing in the world, it would be: bad music
Who would I most like to meet?: Michael Jordan

Gil Harris Hometown: Virginia Beach, Va. High School: Tallwood Height / Weight: 6-1 / 230 Position: Quarterback Birthdate: 09/10/1978 Experience: SQ