I always played the Madden game. But then I got to know some people online, and started playing it that way.

I basically had to sit there and talk about why I would be good for the show and give them my background.

I've been into video games pretty much my whole life, but as far as participating in tournaments, I just got into that last year. Last year I flew to Vegas for a $10,000 tournament.

It was awesome. Everything was catered to us, we stayed in a different hotel every night ? and we got paid. It was like a 3-week vacation.

I guess even smart students gossips just like regular people.

'One Tree Hill' was my first television experience, so naturally I was nervous initially. There is no rehearsal, you get your script a few days ahead, and you work. I was also the youngest actor, 13, on set at that time, but it was amazing to be able to 'learn the ropes' with such a supportive group of people.