CSF: Jonathan Birt has been a regular on the
Titans' defensive front for two seasons... In 2010 he appeared in
17 matches, 15 as a starter... Had 3 assists (at Cal State
Northridge on Oct. 13, vs. UC Riverside on Oct. 20 and at UC Irvine
on Nov. 10... He was one of the impressive Titan redshirt freshmen
who saw significant action in 2009... Played in 18 of 19 matches,
17 as a starter... Had one goal and 3 assists, the latter the third
best on the squad... Scored against Cal Poly on Oct. 14 in a 3-2
loss... His 3 assists came in the first six matches of the season
-- vs. Wisconsin-Milwaukee on Sept. 11, vs. Fairleigh-Dickinson on
Sept. 13 and vs. Saint Mary's on Sept. 20... Tall, rangy athlete
who also has played up front.
HIGH SCHOOL: Four-year varsity performer at
Calvary Chapel High School in Santa Ana, California... Two-time
first-team and twice second-team All-Orange Coast League
selection... All-CIF as a senior... Team's MVP as a senior for
Coach Randy Lack and twice won most valuable offensive player
award... Also played baseball as a freshman.. Made the honor
roll.
CLUB: South Coast Bayern.
PERSONAL: Born on Jan. 19, 1990, in Santa Ana...
Parents are Steve and Kathy Birt... Has two brothers (Steven and
Mike) and two sisters (Jessica and Kim)... Most memorable sports
thrill was playing against Manchester United in Northern Ireland
for the Milk Cup... Credits "Coach V." from South Coast Bayern for
always pushing him and teaching him to become a better soccer
player.