Carter French, a senior at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is making a name for himself as both a baseball player and a pre-med student. Known for his contributions to the No. 2 Carolina baseball team, French has earned the affectionate nickname 'doctor' from his teammates. His journey began when he reached out to head coach Scott Forbes after high school, seeking a walk-on opportunity. Since then, he has played pivotal roles, including helping the team reach the 2024 College World Series and starting as left fielder during the previous season when the team became Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) champions. Alongside his athletic achievements, French has excelled academically, being named to the 2025 ACC All-Academic Team and receiving the Bubba Cunningham Athletic Director’s Scholar-Athlete Award twice. His dedication to both fields has led him to shadow doctors and consider a future in orthopedics, where he sees parallels between sports and medicine. French's story highlights the rigorous standards at UNC-Chapel Hill, pushing him to strive for excellence in all areas of his life.