At Utah Valley
Entering freshman season after red-shirting in 2006-07.

Before Utah Valley
Wrestled at Henry M. Jackson High School in Mill Creek, Washington ... went 27-5 during senior season ... earned Wrestler of the Year honors and was a two-year captain for the Timberwolves ... also participated in soccer and cross country.

Personal
Born April 1, 1988 in Concord, California ... son of Jamal Nijem and Silvia Conine ... is an Eagle Scout ... expects to major in Business at Utah Valley State ... related to major league baseball player Jeff Conine.