HIGH SCHOOL: A 2012 graduate of Blythewood High School in Blythewood, S.C. … earned seven total varsity letters in cross country and track and field … named the captain of the cross country team in 2011 and track and field team in 2012 … personal best finishes include a 4:44 mile, 16:45 5k and 2:02 800 … cross country team was ranked in the top-15 for the state of South Carolina.

PERSONAL: Born June 19, 1994 in Knoxville, Tenn. … son of Tim and Cathy Epps … majoring in chemistry and education.