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Oakland, CA
In its second
season back from a baseball hiatus, Patten University has made some
serious strides towards developing a strong, competitive program. When the fall semester began, the
Patten Lions were 31 strong, and containing, by far, its best roster
ever, dating back to 1994.
On Tuesday,
December 5, the Lions went big…very bug, adding two new pitchers to the
mix for the upcoming spring season.
Two San Francisco Bay Area natives are staying close to home to
compete for the Lions in 2007. The
first signee, Jeremy Hill (RHP), a graduate of Berkeley High School
(Berkeley, CA) and from Ohlone College (Fremont, CA), has decided to
return to California after beginning the season in Texas at Lubbock
Christian University (LCU). Hill
was followed by a fellow Ohlone player, and graduate of High School
(Milpitas, CA), Matthew Wouters (LHP).
Hill (6’4”/240
lbs.), was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in the 27th round
of the 2006 First Year Player Draft.
After completing two season at Ohlone, Hill attended classes this
fall at LCU. “We are excited
about the addition of Hill to our pitching staff,” states Coach
Wright. “He will be a major force
in the rotation for us in 07,” he added.
Hill’s Ohlone career carries the following stats:
22 GP, 12 GS, 4
W, 7 L, 77 1/3 IP. 60 R, 43 ER, 5.00 ERA, 66 H, 57 BB, 83 K, 14 HB
Wouters (6’5”/230
lbs.) finished his second season with Ohlone in May. His big frame, aggressive pitching
style, and hard throwing action combine to form a powerful pitcher. His ability to throw strikes at a high
ratio, along with his intimidating appearance, will afford the Lions with
options for him in the bullpen.
Wouters saw limited action at Ohlone, but was, nonetheless, highly
sought after by Coach Wright.
“This guy brings a nasty curve, decent change, and an overpowering
fastball to the table. His
ability to start or close games gives us some flexibility in how we use
him this season. We are thrilled
that Wouters is joining us,” stated Wright.
The upcoming
season should find Hill sliding into the starting 4-man rotation, while
Wouters is scheduled to begin the season in the closing role.
The Lions begin
the 2007 season in San Diego, CA when they take on Point Loma Nazarene
University in a three game series, which is set to begin on Friday,
January 26, 2007.
For more information on the 2006-07 Lions Baseball Program, or to find
out how you can help support the Athletics Department at Patten
University, please visit our web site at www.patten.edu/athletics/baseball/sponsorship.htm,
contact Coach Wright at (877) 4Patten ext. 7773, 510-261-8500 ext. 7773,
or email pattenbaseball@aol.com.
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