Toby Bicknell Joins Tiger Baseball Staff |
Clemson, SC -
Clemson Head Baseball Coach Jack Leggett announced the addition of Toby Bicknell to the coaching staff on Monday. Bicknell (pronounced BIHK-nuhl) will work primarily with the infielders and hitters along with coordinating summer camps. He replaces Russell Triplett, who became an assistant coach at USC Upstate in January. "We're certainly glad to have Toby on our staff," said Leggett. "We had him at camp the past few years and noticed him from the very beginning. His work ethic, loyalty, and knowledge of the game are outstanding. He's an extremely hard worker with a great future ahead of him in the coaching field." Bicknell lettered one season as a third-baseman at Wingate in 2002. After spending two seasons (2003,04) as an assistant coach at Myers Park High School in Charlotte, NC, he served as an assistant coach at UNC Pembroke from 2005-06. The Brave program had its first back-to-back 30-win seasons during his two seasons at the Division II school. In his nine years as a coach, Bicknell has coached a total of 24 players who have gone on to play college baseball, including six ACC players and seven Southern Conference players. Bicknell, 28, earned his bachelor's degree in physical education at Wingate in 2002. He later earned a master's degree in sports administration at UNC Pembroke in 2006. A Charlotte, NC native, Bicknell was born November 15, 1978 in Houston, TX. Clemson Baseball Preseason Barbecue Sold Out Barbecue is in Jervey Gym on Sunday at 5:00 PM. Clemson, SC - The Clemson Baseball Preseason Barbecue on Sunday at 5:00 PM in Jervey Gym is sold out. Due to limited space, tickets will not be available at the door. The annual event features player and coach introductions in front of 500 Tiger fans. Bat Girls and the rest of the baseball staff will also be on hand. Fans can get autographs of their favorite players while enjoying a barbecue meal in a relaxing atmosphere. Clemson, ranked #2 in the preseason Collegiate Baseball poll, will open its 2007 schedule against George Mason in a three-game series from February 16-18 at Doug Kingsmore Stadium.Former Wingate alum and UNC Pembroke Assistant Coach added as volunteer assistant coach.
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