Joe Banyai Class: RS Junior Hometown: Royal Oak, Mich. High School: Royal Oak

2010:
Academic All-Big Ten ... Ran to a time of 16:13.4 at the EMU Fall Classic in his lone race of the season.

2009:
Academic All-Big Ten ... Did not compete.

High School:
Four-time All-State selection ... Ran personal-best times in the 400m, 800m and 3,200m during his senior season ... Ran as a member of the 4x400m relay team and the 4x800m relay team ... Ran his personal bests in the 400m (50.03) and the 800m (1:54) at the OAA Division IV Finals.

Personal:
Son of Duane and Mary Jo Banyai ... Born on December 26, 1989 ... Majoring in human biology.