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2002: McCauley, a junior college transfer, should battle for playing time in the infield as a sophomore in 2002.
MIKE GILLESPIE SAYS: "Mark has enjoyed a successful fall, primarily as a second baseman. He has the versatility also to play at shortstop, third base or in the outfield. He has been a tough out and is in the mix to be a valuable player coming off the bench."
HIGH SCHOOL: He was a four-year (1997-2000) varsity letterwinner as a second baseman at Crescenta Valley High in La Crescenta, Calif...earned all-state, all-city, All-CIF and All-Pacific League honors during his career...also played on the basketball team, earning All-Pacific League honors.
PERSONAL: Undeclared as major, but would like to pursue a career in business...enjoys golfing in his spare time...lists Cal Ripken as his biggest sports hero...lists Kevin Howard, who played on Miami's 2001 national championship team, as the toughest player he has played against...chose USC for its baseball program and academics...birthdate is Dec. 5, 1981.
