
Four Big South Standouts Selected in 2026 MLB Draft
Jackson Nash, Ray Ladd, Ty Brachbill and Chris Torres were each chosen in the 2026 MLB Draft, joining a wave of Big South talent heading to the professional ranks.
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Jackson Nash, Ray Ladd, Ty Brachbill and Chris Torres were each chosen in the 2026 MLB Draft, joining a wave of Big South talent heading to the professional ranks.

Junior right‑hander Ty Brachbill was selected in the 14th round of the 2026 MLB Draft after a dominant collegiate campaign that featured an 11‑2 record, 81 strikeouts and Big South Pitcher of the Year honors.

The North Carolina Tar Heels will host the High Point Panthers on April 21 at 6 p.m., looking to add another win to a ten‑game streak and showcase a defense that has been nearly untouchable this season.

The Panthers edged Charleston Southern 9-6 after a weather‑interrupted game, highlighted by Landen Johnson’s four‑hit performance and Seojun Oh’s decisive two‑run single.

The Big South Conference announced its 2026 baseball award winners on Tuesday, spotlighting a breakout season for High Point University.

Seojun Oh captures Player of the Year and Triple Crown honors, Ty Brachbill earns Pitcher of the Year, and Joey Hammond is named Coach of the Year as the Big South Conference celebrates its top talent.

High Point University's baseball squad fell 11‑0 to UNC Asheville in the second game of their series, with Ty Brachbill delivering a strong pitching performance despite offensive struggles.