Travis Sanders, a standout infielder from Copperas Cove, Texas, has officially committed to the University of Tennessee baseball program after an official visit to Knoxville. The move marks the culmination of a recruiting journey that included stops at Baylor and Texas Tech, where he honed his skills as a versatile middle‑infield player.
A Proven Performer at the College Level
During his redshirt junior season in 2026, Sanders earned second‑team All‑Big 12 honors after posting a .369 batting average, 24 stolen bases, nine home runs, 44 RBIs and 15 doubles. The previous year he was named honorable‑mention All‑Big 12 with a .335/.425/.549 slash line, underscoring his consistent offensive production.
Sanders began his collegiate career at Texas Tech, appearing in 14 games with six starts during the 2024 season before transferring to pursue a larger role. He is now the seventh transfer to join Tennessee’s roster and the third infielder, joining a group that includes Wyatt Hanoian and Braydon Kersey.
A Crowded Transfer Class Brings New Faces
The Volunteers have also added left‑handed pitchers Brody Trosclair from Northwestern State, Ricky Ojeda from UC Irvine, and Jake McCoy from the University of South Carolina. Trosclair posted a 5‑1 record with a 1.89 ERA in 10 appearances as a freshman, while Ojeda compiled a 3.60 ERA over 72 career appearances. McCoy finished with a 5‑5 record and a 7.11 ERA across two seasons at South Carolina.
Among position players, Braydon Kersey, a sophomore transfer from Mercer, slashed .325/.438/.684 with 21 homers and 67 RBIs in a breakout season, and Wyatt Hanoian, an Air Force freshman second baseman, posted a .357/.498/.573 line. Both are expected to contribute immediately to the Volunteers’ depth.
The influx of talent comes as Tennessee prepares to blend veteran experience with fresh energy. With Sanders anchoring the infield and a pitching staff bolstered by several high‑performing newcomers, the Volunteers aim to compete strongly within the SEC and beyond. Fans and analysts alike are watching closely as the new roster prepares for the upcoming season.