High School - Kopecki was a four-time letterwinner in cross country and track and field at Niskayuna High school... He earned all-state honors while serving as captain during 2005 season.

Personal - Kopecki was born on March 27, 1987 to David and Mariann Kopecki... Has a sister, Erin, 17, and a brother, Michael, 17... Kopecki is a finance major.