A Northpoint pitcher’s knuckleball helped win the state title. But that’s not the beginning or end of the story.
Northpoint Christian players celebrate after defeating Goodpasture in the Division 2-A championship baseball game Thursday, May 25, 2023, in Murfreesboro, Tenn. (Mark Humphrey/Special to The Daily Memphian)
Thanks to baseball’s most baffling pitch, and a Major Leaguer’s kindness, Northpoint’s closer was able to make a special delivery.
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John Varlas
John Varlas is a lifelong Memphian who has covered high school sports in various capacities for over 20 years.
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