Carter Holton, originally called Joshua Carter Holton was initially drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 19th round of the 2021 MLB Draft. However, he declined it and committed to play college baseball for the Vanderbilt Commodores at Vanderbilt University. Since then, he has developed himself into a strong pitcher for the team through his 93-95 mph fastballs, low-80s sliders, upper-70s curveballs, and mid-80s changeups during his games.
Over the 2024 season with the Vanderbilt Commodores, Carter Holton played 15 games and scored 98 strikeouts in 69.1 innings. Before starting his college baseball career, Carter Holton attended Benedictine Military Academy in Guyton, Georgia, United States. He was a three-time All-Greater Savannah Player of the Year in 2018, 2019 and 2021. Moreover, he was also considered the top-ranked southpaw and the #4th best player in Georgia. Perfect Game considered him to be the #24th overall prospect and the top left-handed pitcher in the United States.
Who are Carter Holton’s parents?
Carter Holton is the son of Carl Holton and Dawn Holton.
Who is Carter Holton’s mother?
Dawn Holton is the mother of Carter Holton. Talking about her son, she revealed (via savannahnow.com) that Carter Holton would sit on an upside-down bucket and would watch baseball games like a coach or a manager. His favorite players at the time were Yunel Escobar and Chipper Jones of the Atlanta Braves. However, other information about Dawn Holton is not available as of 2024.
Who is Carter Holton’s father?
Carl Holton is the father of Carter Holton. He revealed (via effinghammagazine.com) that his son would watch a baseball game on TV and then he would go out and try to imitate how to play the game. Moreover, once he was playing catch with his father when he got hit in the face with a baseball. Despite being only 6 years old at the time and crying from the pain, he wiped his tears away and resumed playing with his father. Other information about Carl Holton is not known as of 2024.
What nationality are Carter Holton’s parents?
Carter Holton’s parents, Carl Holton and Dawn Holton are from Guyton, Georgia, United States. They are American residents but their nationality is not known as of 2024.
FAQs
A. Carter Holton wears jersey #20 for the Vanderbilt Commodores in college baseball.
A. Yes, Carter Holton is a prospect in the 2024 MLB Draft.
A. Carter Holton’s fastballs are around 93-95 mph, sliders are in the low-80s, curveballs are in the upper-70s and changeups are in the mid-80s.
A. Carl Holton and Dawn Holton are Carter Holton’s parents.
A. Carter Holton scored 98 strikeouts in 69.1 innings in 15 games for the Vanderbilt Commodores in the 2024 season.
