Jackson, TN—Brian Simpson of Northside High School signed with Union on Thursday. During the Indians 23-1 season, Simpson went 7-0 with two saves and an ERA of 1.70. In 42+ innings pitched, he tallied 64 strikeouts.

Head coach Andy Rushing states, "Brian has a good fastball and an exceptional curveball. He has a great chance to be a dominant pitcher for us." Simpson joins Matt Gibbs from Hardin County as the two top pitchers Union has signed for the 2002 season.