First Glance: Duranti will make an impact on the mound for the Diplomats early in his career. With excellent command, a plus fastball, and great mound presence, Duranti will be an integral part of the Diplomat staff.

Personal: Played two years of varsity baseball... Helped lead Chaminade to a 20-3 record and a LI CHSAA championship in his senior year... Featured on a pitching staff that set a school record 1.02 season ERA.... Named to the CHSAA All-Long Island Team and garnered All-Academic honors... During the 2008 summer, Duranti will pitch for the Long Island Mustangs of the Atlantic Collegiate Baseball League... Honor Roll regular... National Honor Society...