Freshman pitcher Trent Thornton takes on key role

Posted Jun 5, 2013
Of all the arms on North Carolina’s vaunted pitching staff, the most valuable may belong to a freshman whose role was very much undecided when the season started. The Tar Heels’ starters have carried them all season, but in the postseason, no one has done more to move the Tar Heels along than freshman closer Trent Thornton, whose lengthy relief outings have stretched the definition of that role. (Charlotte Observer)

Related: Baseball, Baseball Recruiting

Diamond Heels Rout William & Mary, 19–2
It’s a testament to No. 12 UNC Baseball's depth that three starters from a year ago, including a second-team All-ACC co-captain last season, have had...
Wed May 1, 2024

UNC pitcher Cameron Padgett’s tattoo tribute to former teammate
Cameron Padgett is thankful for each day he can pitch for UNC, knowing it can be taken away at any moment. The right-hander has a...
Wed May 1, 2024

Honeycutt has blast leading off as retooled Heels batting order rolls, earns national distinction
UNC center fielder Vance Honeycutt lined the first pitch he saw for a double down the left-field line and also launched a 425-foot grand slam...
Wed May 1, 2024

Pair Of Midweek Games On Tap For No. 12 UNC Baseball
With final exams beginning later this week, No. 12 North Carolina will host a pair of midweek baseball games at Boshamer Stadium before focusing on...
Tue Apr 30, 2024