Dr. Phillips graduate shines on the college field

Dr. Phillips graduate Taylor Harris has been named Conference Carolinas Special Teams player of the week three times at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. 

Harris played one game in 2024 before electing to redshirt and preserve four more years of eligibility. This year he’s made seven of nine field goal attempts, recorded a 47-yard field goal and averaged 61.3 yard punts. He’s been a big difference in the Braves 7-2 record which is the team’s best start since 2016. 

The dual-sport athlete has thrown 44 pitches for UNCP’s baseball team. He led Dr. Phillips’ baseball team in strikeouts during his senior high school year and earned himself a No. 2 ranking in 7A District 5.