Jim Abbott Class: Junior Hometown: San Marino, Calif. High School: Loyola Height / Weight: 5-10 / 180 Position: Outfield Bats/Throws: Right/Right

2008
Abbott becomes a unique addition to the Trojans' roster after exhausting his eligibility as a defensive back on the USC football team and will play this season as an outfielder...played in seven career football games, mostly on the special teams.

High School
He was a two-year varsity letterwinner at Loyola High in Los Angeles under coach Chris Beck...played as a utility baseball player...earned All-CIF first team honors on the football team as a defensive back and wide receiver.

Personal
He is majoring in business with a minor in public policy and development...parents are Pam and Jim...has one sister, Diane...favorite movie is Pulp Fiction...favorite television show is Curb Your Enthusiasm...birthdate is Oct. 8, 1985.