Taryn Newton

Class:
Freshman
Bats/Throws:
R/R
Height:
6-4
Hometown:
New Port Richey, Fla.
Position:
P
Prev School:
James W. Mitchell HS

Prep

Graduated from James W Mitchell High School
Four-year letterwinner
Three-time all-conference, including first team as a sophomore and junior
2024 Conference Pitcher of the Year
2023 Team Offensive Player of the Year
2024 Team Defensive Player of the Year
As a sophomore, batted .432 with a .490 OBP, .659 slugging percentage, 1.149 OPS, six doubles, one triple, hour homers and 18 RBI, while recording a 0.91 ERA and 50 strikeouts in 54 innings pitched
During junior season, hit .342 with a .448 OBP, .506 slugging and .955 OPS, seven doubles, one triple, one homer and 15 RBI, while posting a 1.90 ERA and 96 strikeouts in 88 1/3 innings pitched
Missed half of senior season due to injury
Also competed in high school volleyball
Competed for Florida Gold, Rock Gold National 18U – Manetta and Clearwater Bombers Gold – Mason in club softball

Personal

Daughter of George and Deann Wilson
Mother, Deann Wilson, played softball and volleyball at Western Oregon
Brother, Austin Newton, played baseball at South Florida before being drafted by the Colorado Rockies in the 10^th round of the 2025 MLB Draft
Intends to major in exercise science, with the goal to become a sports physical therapist
Birthday is Nov. 14

Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
From the moment I stepped onto campus, Liberty just felt like home! The coaching staff and all the players were so welcoming, and I am so excited to be a part of this program!

Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
I always braid my hair and have an energy drink.

Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My brother is my biggest inspiration. He has faced so much adversity, and I have loved watching him play baseball in college and now professionally.

What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
Going to the state final four my sophomore year!

If you picked your jersey/uniform number, why is that number important to you?
My mom wore number 17 in college, so it is only fitting that I do too!

Do you have any relatives who are playing or have played college or professional sports? (Names, relation to you, what/where they played)?
My mom played softball and volleyball at Western Oregon University. My brother played baseball at the University of South Florida and then was drafted in the 10th round of the 2025 MLB draft to the Colorado Rockies.

Favorite meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and what is that special meal?
I love Chipotle, and I could probably eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!

What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
Instagram

What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
I love to cook and read!

Do you have any current pets (name and type of animal)?
I have a dog named Tucker, and he is a Pekingese/Chihuahua mix!

Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Jennie Finch

What is your favorite possession and why?
My pink Wolfpak gym bag

What is your go-to karaoke song?
“Fast Car” by Luke Combs

What is your dream vacation spot and why?
I would love to go on an Alaskan cruise!