Dalton's Palmer signs with Milligan

Milligan College, Tenn. (Dec. 13, 2008) --- The Milligan College men's baseball team announced that Garren Palmer will play for the Buffs next fall.  Palmer, a standout catcher from Dalton High School (Dalton, Ga.), signed with the Buffs late last week.   

As a junior, Palmer batted .524 at the plate and an on base percentage of .594.  With runners in scoring position, Palmer batted .667.        

Palmer, a highly touted player, has several accolades to his name.  Last season, he was selected as the Georgia 4A “Region 7” Catcher of the Year, as well as the 2008 Dalton Daily Citizen Player of the Year.  Palmer was also selected to the Chattanooga News Free Press All-North Ga., /Chattanooga, Tenn., first squad last season. 

"Garren is a great fit for our school and baseball program,” commented Head Coach Nathan Meade. “He is a well rounded individual excelling on the field and in the classroom. We expect Garren to be a big part of our success in the future.  He's a big kid, with a blue collar work ethic, and a world of potential. We are excited about his future here at Milligan.”

Garren resides in Rocky Face, Ga., with his parents Gary and Cathy Palmer.  Garren is currently undecided of his major at Milligan.