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Chad started two seasons and lettered two seasons while attending Putnam City North High School in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. During his senior season he pitched 57 innings and finished the season 3-3 with a 2.09 ERA. Chad helped his team to runner up finish in the 2003 6A State Playoffs earning a Conference Title along the way. He picked up All Big City, Honorable Mention All State, and All Friday Paper honors as well.