From the little league to the big leagues, Manatee County’s own Colton Vincent signed with the San Diego Padres.

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The 2018 Palmetto High graduate penned his name to a free agent contract Sunday in Arizona, where he also began workouts at the Padres’ spring training home.

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Vincent most recently played for FSU (Florida State University) Baseball, where he batted .273 with 51 starts at catcher in 54 games, as a redshirt senior.

Proud parents, Mike and Kathy Vincent, are longtime employees of the School District of Manatee County.

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Their most recent family photo marks a memorable occasion as Colton wore his new brown and gold pinstripes.

“I don’t even know what to say,” said Mike Vincent, in a social media post. “Super proud of you Colton, you’re on your way!”

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An exciting announcement, especially for young athletes playing on local ball fields – and fans of Tiger Baseball, who once cheered for the teen who would join the National League.

Congratulations to Colton and the entire Vincent family!