FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday, November 14, 2008

Contact:  Robert Preston, Jr.,
              912.260.4276
              robert.preston@sgc.edu

SGC centerfielder signs with USC-Aiken

Zack Kilday, the South Georgia College Tigers’ sophomore centerfielder, will continue his playing career with the University of South Carolina – Aiken following the 2009 season.

Wednesday afternoon, Kilday signed with the USC-Aiken Pacers and will be a member of the Pacers’ squad for the 2010 season. Kilday started all 62 games for the Tigers in 2008, and was a big part of SGC’s run through the conference tournament. The Tigers eventually finished in second place.

Kilday led Region XVII in stolen bases with 33. He was second on the Tigers in batting, finishing the season with a .319 average. He was also posted a .383 on-base percentage. Kilday had 76 hits in 238 at-bats, driving in 31 runs while striking out just 19 times, the fewest of any Tiger who played in more than 40 games. His .938 fielding percentage was also among the team leaders.

“He’s a good athlete and a hard worker. He applies himself well both on the field and in the classroom. He’s getting what he deserves,” says SGC assistant coach Jeff Timothy.

“He had a great fall, and he’s one the players our guys look up to for leadership,” said SGC coach Scott Sims.

“I wouldn’t trade my experience here at South Georgia College for anything. We have a good team, and I enjoyed playing against my old teammates from high school. I’m having a lot of fun,” says Kilday.

Now that Kilday has signed with USC-Aiken, he can focus all of his attention on his final season with the Tigers, where he will again patrol centerfield.

The Pacers had a strong ’08 season, finishing one game short of the Division II College World Series. USC-A posted a 47-17 record.

CUTLINE: Zack Kilday signs with USC-Aiken as SGC assistant baseball coach Jeff Timothy looks on.

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South Georgia College (www.sgc.edu) was founded in 1906 and is a two-year institution in the University System of Georgia. Located in Douglas, Ga., the college's environment gives students exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary study and close collaboration with faculty.