Zach Bates, former David H. Hickman High School standout, played on Sunday, Feb. 16 in NCAA Division I baseball game

Zach Bates

By Columbia News

Feb 17, 2025

On Sunday, Feb. 16, former David H. Hickman High School standout Zach Bates’ current college team, the Illinois Fighting Illini, won 6-2 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the Abilene Christian Wildcats.

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

The Fighting Illini’s next game is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 22 at 2:30 p.m. at Bobcat Ballpark against Texas State Bobcats.

Zach Bates

Left handed pitcher

Sophomore

6′2″ 200

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