Get to Know the 2020 Ncat Baseball Roster

The 2020 baseball season is just around the corner, and the NCAT Aggies are looking to make some noise. Get to know the roster and what to expect from each player.

Catcher

The Catcher is often considered the most important player on the baseball field because they are responsible for controlling the game. Theyact as a type of quarterback, calling pitches and positioning other players in the field. The Catcher also has to be very quick and agile, as they need to be able to catch any errant balls that come their way.

The 2020 Ncat baseball team has two great Catchers on its roster. Devin Pederson is a senior who has been with the team for four years. He is a strong leader and an excellent player, who always puts the team first. Freshman Jake Smith is a talented young player who has already made a big impact on the team. He is expected to be a key player for years to come.

Infielders

The Ncat Baseball Team is made up of some very talented young men. Here is a look at the infielders on the 2020 roster.

Dante Bichette Jr.: Bichette is a slugger who has the potential to hit for both power and average. He has good plate discipline and should be a force in the middle of the lineup.

Cavan Biggio: Biggio is a versatile player who can play both second base and outfield. He has a great approach at the plate and should be able to get on base often.

Bo Bichette: Bichette is an exciting player to watch. He has electric speed and is a gifted hitter. He has the potential to be a real game-changer for the Ncats.

Trent Thornton: Thornton is a hard-throwing right-handed pitcher who should be able to eat up innings for the Ncats. He has good command of his pitches and should be able to keep hitters off balance.

Outfielders

The outfield is usually composed of three players, all of whom start in an outfield position when the ball is put in play. These players are positioned in left field center field and right field. In baseball, the outfielder is the Collective name for the positions located at the farthest distance from home plate They typically have less contact with the ball than infielders do, as their primary responsibility is to catch fly balls hit over their heads or track down balls hit to the gaps between defenders.

Outfielders must defend their area of the field efficiently, as they are often tasked with preventing runs from scoring and catching anything that comes their way. The following Ncat baseball roster includes our team’s outfielders for the 2020 season.

Starting Pitchers

The 2020 Ncat baseball team roster is loaded with talent, and we’re excited to see what they can do this season. Here’s a closer look at the starting pitchers who will be leading the way on the mound.

-Cole McKay: A junior from Hickory, NC, McKay is a hard-throwing righty who has been a key member of the pitching staff since he arrived on campus. He was named to the All-Conference USA second team last season after posting a 3.38 ERA in 13 starts.

-Landon Knack: A native of Charlotte, Knack is a 6’4″ left-handed pitcher who transferred to Ncat after spending two years at UNC Asheville He’ll be eligible to pitch this season after sitting out last year due to NCAA transfer rules. Knack is a strikeout machine, as evidenced by his 14.1 K/9 rate in 2018, and we can’t wait to see what he can do in a Ncat uniform.

-Jake Kuchmaner: Another junior from Hickory, Kuchmaner was outstanding out of the bullpen last season, posting a 1.93 ERA and striking out 41 batters in 37 innings of work. He’ll be moving into a starting role this year, and we’re eager to see how he fares in an expanded role.

-Cam Phillips: A redshirt senior from Raleigh, Phillips is making his return to the diamond after missing all of last season due to injury. He was outstanding in 2018, posting a 2.70 ERA in 15 starts, and will be looking to pick up where he left off this year.

Relief Pitchers

The following is a list of Relief pitchers on the 2020 Ncat baseball roster

Coaching Staff

The 2020 baseball season will be led by Head Coach Elliot Avent and his Coaching Staff Avent, who is entering his 23rd season as head coach of the Wolfpack, has led the team to 23 consecutive winning seasons and is the winningest coach in school history. His assistant coaches are Will Solomon, Mike Bell, and Jake McWhorter.

2020 Schedule

The 2020 season for North Carolina A&T baseball will be one to remember. The team has worked hard in the off-season and is ready to hit the ground running. They have a solid group of returners as well as some new talents that will add depth to the team. This year’s schedule includes some tough opponents, but the team is up for the challenge. Be sure to catch a game or two to see the 2020 Ncat Baseball roster in action!

2019 Season Recap

The 2019 baseball season was one to remember for the A&T Aggies. The team made history by winning their first MEAC Championship Title and cemented their legacy as one of the best teams in program history.

The 2020 Baseball Roster is loaded with talent and promises to be another exciting season for the Aggies. Get to know the team below.

#Name: Position: Height: Weight: Year: Hometown: Previous School:

1. Austinutye Smith CF 5-9 170 So. Wadesboro, N.C. Anson Senior High
2. Hayden Cantu C 6-1 185 Jr. Apex, N.C Middle Creek High
3 .Gunnar Jeffries RHP 6-3 200 So Garner, N.C Garner Magnet High
4 .Ethanpsc Instruments Incorporated (EPSI) has achieved the ISO 9001 Quality Management System standard for the design and manufacture of instruments used in medical diagnostic laboratories worldwide

Key Returning Players

The NCAT baseball team is looking to rebound after a tough 2019 campaign in which they finished with a record of 12-36. The team will look to key returning players to lead the way in 2020.

Outfielder Johnathan Santos was the team’s leading hitter last season, batting .333 with 3 home runs and 20 RBI. He will look to build on that success in his junior year.

Pitcher Brandon Hinton also returns after a strong 2019 season. He led the team with 3 wins and had a solid ERA of 4.50. Hinton will be counted on to anchor the pitching staff in 2020.

The NCAT Baseball Team has high hopes for the 2020 season. With Key Players returning, they will look to improve on their 2019 record and make a push for the playoffs.

Newcomers

This season, the Ncat Baseball team has six new members. Here’s a quick guide to getting to know them.

Redshirt sophomore first baseman/outfielder Alex Williamson is from Danville, Kentucky. He attended Boyle County High School where he was a four-year starter and helped lead his team to the 2017 Kentucky state championship

Junior right-handed pitcher Jordan Adell is from Louisville, Kentucky. He attended Ballard High School where he was named Mr. baseball in Kentucky after his senior year. Adell was drafted 10th overall by the Angels in the 2017 MLB Draft but decided to attend Louisville instead.

Freshman infielder Luke Brown is from Nicholasville, Kentucky. He attended West Jessamine high school where he was a four-year starter and helped lead his team to the 2018 state championship Brown was also named Mr. baseball in Kentucky after his senior year.

Sophomore right-handed pitcher Jackson Gillis is from Lexington, Kentucky. He attended Tates Creek high school where he was a three-year starter and helped lead his team to the 2016 state championship

Freshman catcher/infielder Carson Meadows is from Richmond, Kentucky. He attended Madison Central High School where he was a four-year starter and helped lead his team to the 2019 State Championship

Senior left-handed pitcher Kyle Nowlin is from Lexington, Kentucky. He attended Lexington Catholic high school where he was a four-year starter and helped lead his team to the 2015 state championship Nowlin spent two years at Eastern Kentucky University before transferring to NC State