UNC adds pitcher James Voorhies from transfer portal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 7:03 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
James Voorhies, a right-handed pitcher from Cal State Northridge, has signed with North Carolina. He appeared in 17 games as a freshman, achieving a 3.16 ERA and striking out 46 batters over 42.2 innings. With several Tar Heels pitchers expected to graduate, Voorhies’ addition is significant for bolstering the staff. He is the seventh player to join UNC through the transfer portal this offseason, contributing to the team's rebuilding efforts ahead of next season.
- •James Voorhies transfers from Cal State Northridge to UNC
- •He recorded 46 strikeouts in 42.2 innings last season
- •UNC will lose at least four pitchers to graduation
- •Voorhies is the fourth non-JUCO player added through the portal
- •He joins several other new players committed to the team
- 7:03 PMYahoo Sports — UNC lands elite reliever James Voorhies out of portal
"Cal State Northridge pitcher James Voorhies is transferring to North Carolina to bolster the Tar Heels' staff.
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