NC State Lands a Commitment from JUCO Pitcher Landon Carr

NC State has landed a commitment from Junior College Pitcher Landon Carr out of Gaston College (Gaston County, North Carolina).

Committed#Pack9#TheDoak @jrand_20 @_kylerjohnston @ClintChrysler @ShohnDoty @NCStateBaseball @KJMcAllister_ pic.twitter.com/ENvPjm7LaK

— Landon Carr (@LandoCarr11) July 18, 2024

Carr spent his first two years of college ball at Gaston College. This past season, he appeared in 18 games, with an impressive ERA of 1.88, a WHIP of 0.98, striking out 56 batters in 48 innings. Carr only had 16 walks in 48 innings. He finished with a 7-1 record, 2 Complete Games, and 4 Saves.

Over two years, Carr’s career ERA is 2.23 in 68.2 innings pitched.

He had previously committed to Campbell on March 21st, but was released from his NLI due to a coaching change on July 2nd.

After careful thought and consideration, I have decided to be released from my NLI with Campbell due to the coaching change. Looking for opportunity for this upcoming year. 3.7 GPA. You can reach me at 704-582-1442

2024 Region X
Relef Pitcher of Year
First Team All-Region… pic.twitter.com/vlvidCgm1R

— Landon Carr (@LandoCarr11) July 2, 2024

Last year, NC State struck gold in the JUCO ranks, picking up Outfielder Josh Hogue.

This offseason, the Wolfpack has also picked up commitments from:

UTL Trenton Lyons (Ole Miss)

1B Matt Ossenfort (Vanderbilt)

OF Dalen Thompson (Campbell)

P Julien Piessel (UNCG)

3B Ryan Jaros (Georgia Tech)