January 21, 2024

Official Welland Jackfish News Release

WELLAND, Ont. - The Welland Jackfish are excited to announce the signing of U.S. college standout Greyson Barrett.

The 23-year-old Barrett is fresh off a monster season with Texas Wesleyan University in Fort Worth, having been named an NAIA All-American after putting up some big numbers.

The 6-foot-2, 215-pound first baseman/outfielder compiled a .415 batting average with 20 home runs, 88 RBIs and a 1.278 OPS in 200 collegiate at-bats in 2023.

He was named the 2023 Sooner Athletic Conference Player of the Year while also earning a conference Gold Glove award for his defensive play in left field.

“Greyson brings a big bat and . . . this will deepen an already loaded lineup and make an impact in the IBL,” said Jackfish general manager Jason McKay. “He has a big presence whose best days are still ahead. I’m looking forward to seeing what he can do in the IBL.”

In 509 at bats over three college seasons at Texas Wesleyan, the duo US/Canadian citizen had 82 extra-base hits – including 43 home runs – with 180 RBIs, a .356 batting average and 1.103 OPS.