Siena University Athletics

GENERAL

• First-ever graduate transfer in Siena Basketball history
• Syracuse transfer is enrolled in Siena College's new MBA program and has one year of eligibility
• Brings tremendous toughness
• Strong reputation of making big plays at critical moments

2017-18 (AT SYRACUSE)

• Earned scholarship after first joining the team as a walk-on the previous season
• Appeared in nine total games, logging 17 minutes 
• Played season-high six minutes down the stretch, registering a key block and a steal to help Syracuse earn a berth in the Sweet 16 with a 55-53 NCAA Tournament win over Michigan State

2016-17 (AT SYRACUSE)

• Sat out season as red-shirt 

2015-16 (AT GRINNELL)

• Appeared in nine games, making four starts for the Division III Pioneers in Iowa
• Averaged 11.2 points and 3.2 assists over 15.9 minutes of action
• Scored season-high 21 points which included five threes against Beloit

2014-15 (AT GRINNELL)

• Saw action in 25 games, including three starts
• Averaged 10.7 points and led the team in both assists (4.4) and steals (48)
• Twice tied season-high with 22 points 

HIGH SCHOOL

• Captained Trinity-Pawling School to consecutive Tri-State League Championships his junior and senior years
• Made Headmaster’s List each of his last six semesters

PERSONAL

• Son of Gregory and Crystal Bayer
• Has two older sisters, Reilly and Mckenzie 

THE BAYER FILE
Nickname: Brae
Instagram handle: bbayer21
What I like most about Siena Basketball: It's a fresh start where I feel like I have a great chance to help a team win a championship and compete day in and day out. For my last year I just wanted to feel like I was a part of the winning process. I’ll do whatever It takes to help this team win, and I felt that hunger and camaraderie the day I stepped foot into the gym at Siena
Other Siena sports I like to follow: men's and women's soccer, volleyball, and men's and women's lacrosse
Player I most relate to on the team: Don Carey. We have a lot in common with music, mindset, and priorities.
My goal for the upcoming season: To be able to put our team in the best position to win the whole championship
My biggest fear is: Not making my parents proud. If I put my best effort forth every single day, I know they will be proud of that fact.
My hobbies are: Playing basketball, cross fit workouts, power lifting, surfing, beach workouts, listening to my favorite rappers' music, and watching The Office, Ozark, and Game of Thrones
If I could travel anywhere, I would go to: Anywhere in the Caribbean. As long as its warm I’m happy.
If I was stuck on a deserted island, the one thing I would bring: A large pepperoni pizza
My biggest fan: My father. He too was an athlete and works out with me anytime we’re together. He only wants the best for me, and I know he’s proud of what I’ve achieved so far and It makes me feel good as a son.
My pregame routine: Listening to my favorite artists, staying loose, and maintaining my focus until the game is over
Best advice I have ever received: Control what you can control!
Person I look up to the most: My father. He runs a successful business, has three kids with college degrees, and two with great jobs. He has a happy marriage with my mother, and always sees the positive in any situation. He's always learning from mistakes, and responding to them in the most efficient way.
Three words that describe me: Motivated, hard-working, leader
If I could meet anyone, it would be: 1.) Will Ferrell or 2.) Jim Carey
Sport/position I always wanted to try: Football wide receiver
When I’m not playing, you can find me: During the school year you can find me catching up on sleep, watching Netflix or school work. Outside of the school year I’ll be on the beach spending time with my family.
My dream job: Working for a financial firm down south (Florida, South Carolina, Charlotte, or Atlanta) and working my way up the corporate ladder to a top-tier position
If I could have any pet, I would have: Leopard
My dream car: Lamborghini Aventador

Favorites
TV show: The Office
Class at Siena: Ethics in accounting and business
Vacation spot: Saint Martin
Twitter account to follow: Donald Trump
Color: blue
Sports Teams: Miami Heat, New York Yankees, New York giants, and New York Rangers
Website: Netflix.com
Flavor of ice cream: moose tracks
App: Instagram
Animal: Lion
Food: pizza
Movie: Dumb and Dumber
Pro athlete: Derek Jeter 
Actors: Will Ferrell and Jim Carey