March 22, 2012

UNCPBraves.com recently had the chance to sit down with senior All-American closing pitcher Braxton Lewis to learn of his opinion on a variety of topics ranging from the team he would add to the schedule to how he wants to be remembered when he leaves Pembroke. The following 20 questions are a part of a continuing feature at your official Internet home for UNCP Athletics.

A member of the preseason all-Conference squad, Lewis has posted a 0-1 record and a 4.50 ERA this season to complement eight saves. The Seven Springs native has struck out 19 batters and walked just five in 16 innings of work, while limiting opponents to just a .254 batting average.

A first team all-Peach Belt Conference selection, Peach Belt Conference Tournament Most Valuable Player and Tino Martinez Award (Division II Player of the Year) semifinalist, as a junior last season, Lewis has made 51 appearances during his career in the Black and Gold and has compiled a 7-3 record.

20 Questions With UNCP Senior All-American Closing Pitcher Braxton Lewis

The Best Song Of All Time Is: I don't think there is one. I just love to listen to Jason Aldean or Luke Bryan.

The Team I Would Add To Our Schedule: Mount Olive

Most Famous Person I've Met: Dale Earnhardt Jr.

First Job: I worked for a moving company.

If I Could Play Another Sport At UNCP, I Would Play: I honestly think I would like to play golf.

Favorite City To Visit: I love to visit Birmingham, Ala.

Song You Must Listen To Before A Game To Get "Pumped Up": There is no song in particular. I like anything rock or anything by Avenged Sevenfold.

Any Significance To The Number On Your Jersey?: Not at all. I have been #25 my whole life but when I got here I was given #26.

Oddest Talent: I can remember any person's birthday after only telling me one time. Years later if I am asked I will still remember the date.

Best Thing About Your Coaches: They are all a bunch of comedians but serious at the same time.

My Heroes: That would definitely be my Grandpa. I've always looked up to him since I was a little kid.

In 10 Years, I Will Be: Hopefully working a great job, with a wife and kids.

Favorite Ice Cream Flavor: Cookies and cream.

Biggest Pet Peeve: Having people who say they will do something, and then they never do it.

One Thing I Would Need Most On A Deserted Island: I know it sounds bad, but I really couldn't be on a deserted island without my guns. I love to target shoot.

What I Love Most About UNCP?: All the wonderful locals.

I Came To UNCP Because: It was the next closest school to my house that had my major when I was ready to transfer from my other college.

My Advice To Youngsters Would Be: My advice would be to always go after what you want. If you have a dream to play a certain sport, then work every single day to be the best you can be.

What Is One Thing You Want To Happen Before You Leave UNCP?: I would love to win the PBC Conference Tournament again.

How Do You Want People At UNCP To Remember You?: I just want people to remember me as a nice guy who enjoyed playing baseball.