Jan. 30, 2006

After losing eight letterwinners from last season's squad, the Wake Forest baseball team welcomes 12 newcomers this season. In the coming weeks, WakeForestSports.com will feature each Demon Deacon newcomer leading up to the team's Feb. 11 opener against Charlotte. The third Deacon in the spotlight is first basemen Allan Dykstra.

Hometown: San Diego, Calif.
High School: Rancho Bernardo
Position: First Base
Height/Weight: 6-5/206
Bat/Throw: L/R

If you were to play another sport at Wake Forest, what would it be?
Football

Best thing about the team:
The players

What are three words that best describe coach Rembielak?
Determination, intensity, professionalism

Who would play you in a movie?
Carrot Top or Pete from Pete 'N Pete

Which professional player would you compare yourself to?
Sean Casey

What is your favorite major league ballpark?
Petco

What would be the title of your autobiography?
Coast to Coast

What is your favorite/most memorable sports moment?
CIF championship senior year

Should Pete Rose be eligible for the Hall of Fame?
YES!

Should college baseball switch to wooden bats?
Yes, it would better prepare hitters and pitchers for the next level

Who is the best hitter and pitcher in major league baseball?
Hitter: Alex Rodriguez
Pitcher: Johan Santana

Who is the one MLB hitter/pitcher you would want to face?
Randy Johnson

Favorite baseball team:
San Diego Padres baby!

Favorite player:
Khalil Greene

VDo you have any pre-game rituals or superstitions?
visualization

Why did you choose Wake Forest?
Tradition, coaches, academics, and the opportunity to excel in the ACC