MISCELLANEOUS: Another talented two-way player within Army's freshman class ... scrappy infielder who is best suited to play shortstop or third base ... he will most likely impact the program most on the mound, however, as a skilled right-handed hurler ... lively fastball tops out in the upper 80s ... possesses a very quick arm with a good slider ... continues to work on perfecting his change-up ... will be used out of the bullpen this season ... could see significant innings if he continues to develop ... can play any of three infield positions, but excels on the left side ... boasts good hands and a strong arm ... will serve as the primary back-up at shortstop ... line drive hitter at the plate ... continues to work to improve strength ... product of North Carolina.
HIGH SCHOOL: Played at South Caldwell High ... named Northwestern 3A/4A Conference Player of the Year as a senior ... also earned all-conference and all-county accolades ... selected to the all-tournament team both as a pitcher and shortstop ... named a North Carolina Scholar.
PERSONAL: Given name is Garrison Michael Franklin ... born Sept. 20, 1993, in Hickory, N.C. ... parents' names are Curt and Starr Franklin ... has two sisters, Lauren and Abby ... former teammate of San Francisco Giants starting pitcher Madison Bumgarner ... hobbies include playing the drums and working out ... enjoys participating in church events ... major is undeclared.
