For Immediate Release                                                         Contact: Jeremy Toombs
February 21, 2008                                                                                     (804) 722-0141

Thundering Herd Heading to Petersburg

            Petersburg, VAThe Petersburg Generals have announced that a Marshall University Thundering Herd, Kevin Shackelford, will be added to the roster.

            Shackelford, 6-5, 190, is a freshman catcher who resides in Charlotte, NC.  In high school was named the Perfect Game Top Prospect.  During his senior year had a batting average of .297 with a home run and 11 RBI.  Shackelford allowed just one stolen base and committed only one pass ball from behind the dish.  In three years at Providence High School, Shackelford helped his team to a 63-18 record.

            This true freshman could be seeing a lot of time behind the dish this season for the Thundering Herd.  Marshall University is in a strong conference and Shackelford could be a big part of their success under head coach Jeff Waggoner.

“We are excited to have Shackelford on our roster this year.  He is a big player who can be a big target for our pitchers.  We have heard that Shackelford is a great defensive catcher who can block balls and has a strong arm,” said Assistant Coach Ryan Leary.  “Shackelford is a great addition to our roster who can provide solid defense behind the plate and could be an offensive threat at the plate.”
             

            Generals’ fans are able to purchase their season tickets at anytime.  The Generals have 29 home games this season, with one of those being an exhibition game against Catawba Valley Stars, from the Carolina-Virginia Collegiate League.  The 2008 season is the ninth season in the Coastal Plain League for the Generals.  The Coastal Plain League consists of 14 teams throughout the Carolinas and Virginia.  The Petersburg Sports Complex is also adding a carnival midway to its facilities. This new attraction will be located behind the first base grandstand, and will include several activities for fans to enjoy during the games.  For more information, or to place your season ticket order, call the Petersburg Sports Complex at (804) 722-0141 or visit our website at www.petersburgsports.com