High School
Prepped at Central High School (Mo.) … coached by Matt Jansen … started and letter for a year … earned Athletic Directors honor roll status … played football for two years and basketball and soccer for one apiece.

Personal
Born in Saint Joseph, Mo., on August 14, 2002 … son to James and Gwen Neidel … has an older brother Seth … enjoys playing spike ball, lifting weights and leading youth group.