Zach Bates, former David H. Hickman High School standout, played on Saturday, Feb. 15 in NCAA Division I baseball game

Zach Bates

By Columbia News

Feb 16, 2025

On Saturday, Feb. 15, former David H. Hickman High School standout Zach Bates’ current college team, the Illinois Fighting Illini, won 11-6 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the Abilene Christian Wildcats.

The game took place at Whataburger Field. This was their second matchup against the Wildcats this season.

The Fighting Illini’s next game is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 16 at 10 a.m. at Whataburger Field against Abilene Christian Wildcats.

Zach Bates

Left handed pitcher

Sophomore

6′2″ 200

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