Henderson State University Athletics

A three-time First Team All-AIC outfielder, Curtis Thurston was also a two-time All-District 17 selection for Henderson from 1980-1983. He helped lead the Reddies to the 1982 AIC Championship with a .328 average, 37 RBIs and six home runs. Thurston claimed the AIC batting crown in 1981 with an astounding .429 average at the plate and was the team recipient of the “Mr. B” Harry Butler Baseball Reddie Spirit Award. He ended his career hitting .349 (111-for-320) with 12 home runs and 77 RBIs. Following his career with the Reddies, Thurston was drafted in the 24th round of the 1983 MLB Draft by the Pittsburgh Pirates.