Travis Harper attended Circleville High School in Pendleton County, West Virginia.

He was named the West Virginia Baseball Player of the Yearby the state's Sports Writers Association.

During his career at Circleville, Harper was 27-5, had an earned run average of 0.88, surrendered just 68 hits and struck out 407 in 207 innings pitched.

Later that season, he tossed a two-hit, complete game shutout against the Toronto Blue Jays.

[2] As of 2024, Harper's 240 games pitched remain the most of any pitcher who played exclusively for the Rays during their career.