JustinRzepka

Joined the team during the 2002 season … Stationed at inside linebacker … Made two tackles during the Blue-White Spring Game … Has done a good job with his physical maturity but needs more experience.

2002 (Redshirt Freshman): Made the team as a walk-on.

2001 (Freshman): Enrolled at Kentucky but did not play football.

High School: Three-year starter at Greenwood HS in Bowling Green, Ky. … Played fullback, tight end, linebacker, and defensive end … Named to the All-Sky Conference team his senior year when he totaled 83 tackles, four quarterbacks sacks, and two interceptions … Had a personal-best 16 tackles against Warren Central, including eight tackles for loss … Named Most Valuable Player of the Heritage Bowl … Career totals feature 192 tackles, including six sacks, and three interceptions … Coached by Greg Ulasiewicz … An all-district performer in baseball, playing third base and first base … Also played basketball and won the team?s leadership award as a senior … Graduated with honors … Member of the Beta Club and was on a national robotics team.

Personal: Full name is Justin Michael Rzepka … Born 10-20-82 in South Bend, Ind. … Son of Sam and Tina Rzepka … Major is physical therapy … Last name is pronounced ?ZEP-kah.?