Pitman may be one of the smallest schools in the state, but the Panthers have been cranking out some outstanding athletes the last couple of years.
Chief among them was “Huddy” as he’s affectionately known as to teammates and coaches. Hudson Rue wasn’t the flashiest player, more of a grinder, and nothing speaks to that more than the fact that he had more career rebounds than points. He also had half as many assists as points in basketball, showcasing his ability to get teammates involved.
On the baseball diamond, Rue could do it all. He pitched, played shortstop and was an outstanding hitter, batting .366 for his career with 107 hits and 76 RBIs. As a senior, Rue hit .443 with 35 hits, 29 runs scored, 18 RBIs, nine doubles and 20 stolen bases. He also was one of the Panthers’ best pitchers, finishing his career with a 1.96 ERA and 145 strikeouts in 150 innings.