Single-digit jersey numbers is usually a standing image on some school groups, the Texas Tech soccer staff being no exception.

John Curry earned the final of these standing symbols accessible among the many Crimson Raiders this yr. The linebacker from Coronado has been switched to No. 6, the final single-digit quantity not spoken for by a Tech participant this season.

Truly, a couple of gamers had spoken for it. Tech coach Joey McGuire instructed the Avalanche-Journal in Might that Curry, linebackers Justin Horne and Mike Dingle and cornerback Macho Stevenson all wished No. 6.

Curry’s getting it was one other nod towards what he achieved for the reason that finish of final season. The redshirt freshman has been the highest backup to Ben Roberts at discipline inside linebacker since early in spring follow.

Curry beforehand wore No. 42. Stevenson has No. 12, Dingle No. 35 and Horne No. 36.

Texas Tech opens the season Saturday towards Abilene Christian.

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