UIC Athletics

PRIOR TO UIC: 

• Played four seasons at the University of St. Francis (2022-26) in Joliet, Ill.

• Merda was a three-time CCAC All-Conference selection, earning First Team honors twice and Second Team honors once.

• Helped lead St. Francis to CCAC Conference Championship in 2023 and 2024, as well as opening round appearances in both seasons. 

• During his time at St. Francis he appeared in 116 games, batting .329 with 52 hits and 40 RBI in 2026. 

PREP/PERSONAL: 

• Played two years varsity for St. Laurence High School in Burbank, Ill.

• CCL blue champions in 2021, and third place at state in 2021.

• Loves the Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Bears.

• Wanted to come to UIC to compete at a high level and be part of a program with a great culture.