Joe Sparber

True Freshman (2018): Served as backup catcher for Hurricanes and saw action in four games…Recorded first at-bat of career at Duke (March 18).

High School/Prep: Two-year varsity letterwinner at Christian Brothers Academy…Helped lead team to state championship and 22-3 record…Batted .300 in final season…Missed junior year with broken finger…Four-year letterwinner in varsity basketball.

Personal: Parents are Anthony and Marirose…Has two brothers, Nick and Chris…Intends to major in biology.