Sarisky, Rizzo Collect American Baseball Coaches Association Awards

The American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) announced its 2009 postseason award winners last week and Oglethorpe sophomores Daniel Sarisky and J.J. Rizzo each received recognition for their outstanding seasons.

Sarisky, a sophomore from Duluth, Georgia, was dominant on the mound this season for Oglethorpe and was named to the 2009 ABCA All-South Region Team for his efforts. In 15 appearances, Sarisky compiled a 5-1 record with a sparkling 2.68 ERA. Additionally, Sarisky struck out a ridiculous 65 batters in only 40.1 innings while walking only 14 opponents. Sarisky was named as an All-SCAC First Team pitcher for his sparkling work on the mound this season.
 
Rizzo, a sophomore from Coral Springs, Florida, started all 36 games this year for the Petrels and was named a 2009 South Region Rawlings Gold Glove recipient for his outstanding glove-work at third base this year. Rizzo compiled a .923 fielding percentage in 2009, committing only nine errors in 117 chances at third base. Additionally, he was at the top of several team offensive categories including 2nd in batting average (.362), 3rd in RBI and tied for first in extra base hits (16). Rizzo made the All-SCAC First Team as a third baseman for his efforts.