Valparaiso University

2010: Appeared in 19 games, making 15 starts in his first season as a Crusader … had first Crusader hit in debut at McNeese State (Feb. 19) … had two hits against Richmond (Feb. 27), both for extra bases … doubled and drove in a run against Chicago State (April 2) … stole bases in back-to-back games against Richmond and Saint Bonaventure … did not commit an error in 77 chances behind the plate.

IVC: Hit .267 with four homers and 18 RBIs in 2009 for the Lasers ... posted a .419 slugging percentage and a .987 fielding percentage ... named Irvine Valley Scholar-Athlete of the Year as a sophomore ... hit .273 with five homers and 21 runs batted in as a freshman ... tallied a .438 slugging percentage in 2008 ... led team to the Super Regionals.

Prep: A two-year letterwinner for the Knights ... led Foothill High School to the 2006 CIF and state championship ... recipient of team’s Coach’s Award in 2006 ... earned Solid as a Rock Award as a senior.

Personal:  Corey is the son of Craig and Mary Thibault ... major is accounting ... born March 21, 1989.