Wingate University Athletics

Spencer Robinson started 56 games for the Bulldogs in 2008, ranking second on the team with 11 doubles and 34 runs scored. Robinson led the team by drawing 34 walks while ranking fifth with 51 hits. He was two-for-four with two doubles, two RBI and two runs in Wingate’s 12-11 win at Barton. Robinson was three-for-three with a double and an RBI in an 8-1 win over Millersville. He drove in a season-high three at Lenoir-Rhyne. Robinson was three-for-five with a double and two RBI against Catawba. He had 15 multi-hit games on the year.

Robinson batted .268 playing in 49 games in the outfield for the Bulldogs in his freshman season. Robinson had nine doubles, two home runs, 25 runs scored and 25 RBI. He also stole two bases and had nine HBP.

Robinson was one of the top student-athletes in Gaston County. In addition, he was the Valedictorian for his senior class at North Gaston High School. Robinson was a standout baseball infielder for head coach Bruce Clark (Wingate alum) and the Wildcats.

A shortstop and third baseman for the Wildcats, Robinson hit .404 with 11 doubles and 22 RBI during the 2006 season. North Gaston’s Most Valuable Hitter, Robinson was named to the All-Conference team three times. He was also selected to play for the senior squad in the N.C. State Games. In 2005, Robinson hit .461 with three home runs and 20 RBI. He is an All-Observer pick as well. His accomplishments were not limited to the North Gaston team. Robinson played on the 2003 N.C. Dixie Youth state championship team.

Spencer Robinson is the son of Fred and Debra Robinson. Spencer’s brother (Jason) was a member of the Wingate University men’s golf team for four seasons. Jason Robinson graduated from Wingate in 1997.