About Norton: A transfer from Northeastern University, Norton is a versatile defender with good hands who can play anywhere in the infield. He is a well-conditioned athlete and solid competitor.

Before Bryant: Graduated from Barnstable High School in 2007 ... Three-time Old Colony and All-Cape and Island All-Star ... Helped team to two league championships as a sophomore and senior.

Personal: Son of Robert and Susan Norton ... Born Feb. 6, 1989 ... Great grandfather, Porki Faulkner, played for the Reds ... Studies Marketing in the College of Business.