2007-08--Redshirted his freshman year at Grand Valley State.

High School -- Attended Lake Park High School and played varsity basketball for coach Dan Batka...All-conference selection three years...Named to the all-region team three years...Team captain and the team MVP...Named the Player of the Year in his conference...Member of the All-State First Team as a senior...Two-time all-academic selection...Helped his team win the conference and regional championships and earn sectional runner-up honors.

Personal -- Son of Mike and Patti Balleto...Enjoyes listening to music, cooking and golf.