Congratulations to Dr. Larry ‘Ray’ Brayboy, former UNC Pembroke baseball player, on the retirement of his No. 13 jersey!

Congratulations to Dr. Larry ‘Ray’ Brayboy, former UNC Pembroke baseball player, on the retirement of his No. 13 jersey! The Lumbee Tribe was honored to be part of the celebration as the University, Town of Pembroke, former teammates, family, and friends gathered to celebrate Dr. Brayboy and the impact he has had on the University’s Athletic Program.

Lumbee Tribal Chairman John L. Lowery presented Dr. Brayboy with an eagle feather and a proclamation to honor his lifetime accomplishments throughout Lumbee Tribal Territory and beyond. John Oxendine, of the Lumbee Tribe’s Dark Water Society, sung an honor song and played the American Indian Flute for Dr. Brayboy, which is custom when recognizing an esteemed individual.

Dr. Brayboy was in the last graduating class of Pembroke State College in May 1969 and earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Health, Physical Education and Recreation. During his college career, he served in many capacities, including serving as the Class President his sophomore year. Among his many accomplishments is being inducted into the UNC Pembroke’s Athletics Hall of Fame in 1984.

Dr. Brayboy's jersey will be permanently displayed at Sammy Cox Field.