MONTICELLO – University of Arkansas at Monticello baseball coach Carlos James has announced the signing of Michael Gilley to join the Boll Weevils for the 2011 season.

Michael Gilley (5-10, 190, P/IF) prepped at Pleasant Grove High School in Texarkana, where he helped lead the Hawks to a 3A state championship. On the mound, he was a perfect 12-0 with a 0.52 earned run average, while striking out 105 batters. Offensively, he hit .500 with 61 total hits and 44 runs batted in. He was named the 3A State Tournament Most Valuable Player, while also earning 3A All-State Co-Player of the Year accolades.

“Michael comes from a winning program at Pleasant Grove, where he was an instrumental figure in bringing the Hawks their first ever state championship in baseball,” said UAM assistant coach MacMillan. “He put up some very impressive numbers during his senior campaign and was highly recognized for his performance.”
 

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