Expected to one of the top pitchers for the Cowboys in 2008 season as either the third starter or out of the bullpen. 2007: Named Academic All-Conference. Pitched 27 innings going 4-0 with a 6.83 ERA. Second on the team in wins with four. Third in appearances with 15. 2006: Had a solid freshman campaign that saw him post a 1-3 record with a 5.80 ERA in 15 appearances. Was District MVP as a senior at Seymour High School. Personal: Son of Jerry Don and Margie Barton. Has four brothers, Trent, Aaron, Zach, and Blaine. Business major. Born June 24, 1986.