JUNIOR COLLEGE: Played shortstop, third base, and right field as a freshman at El Camino JC, and then transferred to L.A. Harbor JC for his sophomore year.  Had a remarkable year by earning MVP of the South Coast Conference and earning JC All-America status. Had a 40-game hit streak during the season.

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Westchester High in Los Angeles and graduated in 2005. Was a three-year letterwinner in baseball where he played all positions, including pitcher and catcher. Served as the team captain as a senior.  Helped his team make it to the second round of the playoffs as a junior and then third round as a senior. Won the team’s Offensive MVP award.

PERSONAL: Born April 25, 1987 to Rudolph Valencia and Jean Pille. Has one brother, Steven. Lists his hobbies as guitar and drawing. Is majoring in Kinesiology at LCSC.