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Rett Johnson: Born to Play Baseball, Destined to Represent NC State

Rett Johnson is embarking on the only path he has ever envisioned for himself. The freshman outfielder from Youngsville, NC, was born to play baseball and destined to represent NC State.
By Rob McLamb
May 18, 2026
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Rett Johnson is embarking on the only path he has ever envisioned for himself. The freshman outfielder from Youngsville, NC, was born to play baseball and destined to represent NC State.

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Rett Johnson considers playing baseball at NC State to be a dream come true. 

No one knows for sure exactly when Everett Johnson became ‘Rett,’ but anyone who has crossed his path knows he always pined to run with the Pack.

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Rett Johnson: Born to Play Baseball, Destined to Represent NC State

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8:01a, 5/19/26
Great article. His parents did a hell of a job with him.
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8:47a, 5/19/26
Very good article and if his brother Gavin is any good maybe try to get him on team next season.
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8:50a, 5/19/26
Great article, Rob.
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2:04p, 5/19/26
Really well done here Rob, I enjoyed this article. I have taught in North Carolina public schools for 25 years now and have coached as well. I have worked with enough young people at this point to know a special one when I see it. The traits Rett possesses as far as his leadership skills, character, and the way he carries himself are even more impressive than his elite baseball ability. We are lucky to have him in Wolfpack nation!
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3:02p, 5/19/26
He was SO MUCH fun to watch this season! Well done, young man!
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4:26a
He is just built different . His intangibles make him off the chart special. He is gonna be great at every level. He refuses to be anything less. I
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In reply to Wolfpack91 • 4:27a
Gavin is very good as well. Plays the game the right way
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I love reading (and listening) to Rob McLamb! Good stuff!
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In reply to SandWolf • 10:16a
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SandWolf said:
I love reading (and listening) to Rob McLamb! Good stuff!

Thank you. I genuinely appreciate the kind words.

In some instances as a writer, you need to simply let others tell the story. The quotes from Rett's parents and his former coach sufficed in my opinion. They are descriptive enough.

There was no real need to talk to NC State folks, as we all see Rett every day.

There was also no need to write long or detailed insertions, as the word count would have gotten much higher, and my words would then drown out the words of his parents and Coach Pate. Their words, along with Rett's words and actions, are the story, so I really did not have to do much at all. I just stayed out of the way.
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