Wilmington's Walston brothers share the joy with latest pro sports advancement

Posted May 9, 2022
Garrett Walston kidded that he has to earn his keep at the new home of his brother, Arizona Diamondbacks baseball prospect Blake Walston. Now he’ll attempt to do it beyond yardwork. Last weekend, Garrett, a New Hanover High School grad and UNC tight end, was signed as an undrafted free agent by the San Francisco 49ers after the NFL Draft. (Wilmington Star News)

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