Former Claflin University baseball player Gerardric “Rod” Dobbs has been invited to the 2021 Professional Independent Baseball League Spring Training Camp. Dobbs has been invited to the Tucson Saguaros Camp of the Pecos League.
Dobbs, a 6-0, 215lb, infielder from Johnston, SC, finished his career at Claflin batting .327, with a .418 on-base percentage and .513 slugging percentage. He recorded 90 hits with 14 doubles, two triples, 11 home runs, 28 walks, and 70 RBIs in 82 games.
“I am happy to have an opportunity to play at the next level, something my Granddaddy wanted for me,” said Dobbs. “Playing in the Independent League gives me a chance to live out my dream of playing professional baseball.”
Training camp is set to begin Monday, May 24.