Army head coach Rich Ellerson welcomed the newest members of the Black Knights' football program into the fold on Monday as he announced his club's 2009 recruiting class.
About Houser: Converted offensive tackle ... enters fall camp as a reserve on defensive front.
2010: Did not see any varsity action.
2009: Did not see any varsity action.
High School: Three-time letterman at Lebanon High School ... three-year starter on both offense and defense ... served as team captain during senior season ... named first-team All-Lebanon County at offensive guard as a junior ... repeated those honors as a defensive linemen during final scholastic season ... second-team all-conference pick at center in 2008 ... also lettered once in wrestling and twice in track & field ... concentrated on shot put and discus.
Personal: Born Aug. 4, 1990 ... given name is Thomas Eugene Houser ... parents' names are Gene and Lynn Houser ... enjoys outdoor activities ... majoring in Management.