Jackfish Sign Infielder Pettipiece
WELLAND – The Welland Jackfish, members of the Intercounty Baseball League (IBL) today announced the signing of infielder Nolan Pettipiece for the 2019 season.
Nolan, a six year IBL veteran, joins the Jackfish after spending last season with the Burlington Herd. In thirty-four games played, Nolan recorded a .242 average with six doubles, one home run and twelve RBI.
“A versatile veteran of the IBL, Pettipiece gives the coaching staff solid defensive play at any position, a disciplined hitter who lead the team in the 2018 playoffs and along with great base running” said Jackfish General Manager Jason McKay. “As solid a ball player and person as they come Nolan is a welcomed player to the Jackfish.”
In Nolan's three seasons with the club, he has recorded a .278 average with thirteen doubles, three home runs and thirty-seven RBI.
Prior to joining the Herd, Pettipiece suited up for the Kitchener Panthers during the 2014 season and the University of Waterloo, recoring a .311 batting average with 16 doubles and 31 RBIs.
The Welland Jackfish take to the field at Welland Stadium in May 2019. Season Memberships are now on sale for as low as $5 per ticket. To purchase visit www.wellandjackfish.com.
The Welland Jackfish are a member of Ontario's most elite baseball league, the Intercounty Baseball League. The 100-year old summer league is one of the oldest baseball leagues in the world, with the league established in 1919, drawing significantly more fans, in a friendly ballpark experience, than any league of its kind. For more information, visit www.wellandjackfish.com or follow the Jackfish on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at @wellandjackfish.