Oral Roberts University

About Murphy - One of the team's most well-liked players ... is a positive influence in the locker room and on the field ... continues to improve as a player.

2002 Highlights (Sophomore) - Saw action in one game ... drew a walk against Coppin State (Mar. 30) in his only plate appearance of the season.

2001 Highlights (Freshman) - Member of squad but did not participate in any games.

High School - Attended Lovington High School in New Mexico ... Was a catcher for head coach Robert Aerola ... Lettered in baseball five years and football three years ... Was captain of the baseball and football teams his senior year ... Had a .446 batting average with six homeruns while in high school ... Was selected to the all-state and all-district teams in both baseball and football ... Also picked as a New Mexico all-star in both sports.

Personal - Full name is Lonnie Murphy ... son of Sammy and Patricia Murphy ... Evangelism major ... born May 18, 1981.