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Tuesday, November 11, 2025

On Tuesday, March 25, former David H. Hickman High School standout Zach Bates’ college team lost in an NCAA Division I baseball game

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Zach Bates

Zach Bates

On Tuesday, March 25, former David H. Hickman High School standout Zach Bates’ current college team, the Illinois Fighting Illini, lost 11-9 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the Missouri Tigers.

The game took place at Grizzlies Ballpark. This was their first matchup against the Tigers this season.

The Fighting Illini’s next game is scheduled for Friday, March 28 at 12 p.m. at McLane Baseball Stadium at John H. Kobs Field against Michigan State Spartans.

Zach Bates
Left handed pitcher
Sophomore
6′2″ 200