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

Zach Bates

By Columbia News

Apr 16, 2025

On Tuesday, April 15, former David H. Hickman High School standout Zach Bates’ current college team, the Illinois Fighting Illini, won 17-6 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the SIUE Cougars.

The game took place at Illinois Field. This was their first matchup against the Cougars this season.

The Fighting Illini’s next game is scheduled for Friday, April 18 at 7:05 p.m. at Husky Ballpark against Washington Huskies.

Zach Bates

Left handed pitcher

Sophomore

6′2″ 200

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