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Asmussen | Harris fits right in with experienced roster

Call him "Gramps," "Pops" or the "World's Oldest Sophomore," it doesn't bother Josh Harris.

The Marine-turned-Illinois relief pitcher is having the time of his life.

"Like I've been telling people all season, I'm super happy I chose to come play here," Harris said.

The soon-to-be 26-year-old had other options after standout 2018 season at Kankakee Community College. UIC, Texas-Arlington, Miami (Ohio) and others showed interest.

Looks like he made a good call. Starting Friday in Oxford, Miss., Harris will be in the NCAA tournament.

"I love it all," Harris said. "Even if we didn't make the postseason, I really enjoyed my time here just because of the people I was surrounded with.