Grant Yost, a 2016 graduate of Campbell University with a bachelor's degree in business administration and a two-year pitcher of the Campbell baseball program, is now a medical device sales representative for SouthTech Orthopedics in Greensboro, N.C.

Yost transferred to Campbell from Sacramento City College in 2014 and made 29 appearances on the mound from 2015-16. He served primarily as a starting pitcher, compiling a 10-9 record across 25 starts for the Fighting Camels. As a senior, he went 7-3 with a 2.64 ERA, striking out 71 batters over 95.1 innings; he finished the year with a team-high five complete games.

A native of Appleton, Wisc., Yost continues Campbell baseball's Alumni Spotlight series, allowing Campbell baseball alumni to share how the program prepared them for their professional careers and highlight their professional accomplishments.

Describe Campbell baseball in three words.

Dedication, Brotherhood, Faith

What does Campbell baseball mean to you?

Campbell baseball helped shape me into the person I am today. I'm proud to say I played baseball at Campbell University. Being a part of the baseball team at Campbell means you were a part of something much greater than just baseball. 

How did your time as a student-athlete at Campbell prepare you for your career and life after college?

Being a student-athlete at Campbell University forced me to have good time management skills. A lot of college students don't have to balance classes, weights, practice, team meals, conditioning, etc.

Outside and inside the classroom, I learned what it really means to have a strong worth ethic while I was at Campbell University.

What originally attracted you to attend Campbell a student-athlete?

My family moved to the Carolinas so I wanted to transfer to a school in North Carolina where I could be closer to them. I wanted to be part of a winning baseball program. My parents wanted me to have a good, quality education. Campbell was a perfect fit.

What are some of the most memorable moments from your time as a student-athlete at Campbell?

So many memories. Even though I hated the early mornings while I was in college, now I miss those 6 a.m. weights and grinding with my brothers more than anything.  Winning the series against Liberty my senior year was memorable, and beating ECU my junior year was one of the most fun games I have ever been a part of.

Describe your career path.

I am currently a medical device sales representative. I hope to take on more leadership in the future and get into a managerial role.

What is your greatest professional accomplishment?

I don't have "one greatest professional accomplishment" right now, but every day I get to help my surgeons treat their patients better, which is very fulfilling and satisfying.

What was the most important thing you learned while you were at Campbell?

Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard.

What advice would you give to current student-athletes at Campbell?

Enjoy the grind! Don't take your foot off the gas and enjoy the process. Trust the process.