No. 1 – Nathan Hinke
THIS YEAR: One of the fastest players on the team, true-freshman Nathan Hinke could crack the Cougar 2-deep as the season unfolds, using his speed to gain playing time ... Has a promising future and could prove to be the Cougars' best deep threat.
HIGH SCHOOL: Played 2 years of varsity football for head coaches Matt Sweeney and John Mannion at Foothill High in Pleasanton, Calif. ... As a 2008 senior, had 57 receptions with 1,169 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns ... Had a season-best contest in a season-opening victory over Novato with 8 catches for 225 receiving yards and 4 TDs ... Received All-East Bay League first team honors ... Competed in track & field and recorded a personal best 11.17 (100m) and 22.87 (200m).
PERSONAL: Born Dec. 3, 1990, in Walnut Creek, Calif. ... Parents are Brad (business analyst) and Jackie (teacher) Hinke ... Enjoys fishing ... His father (Brad) competed in collegiate track & field at University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
