Touchette shining for Grizzlies

Columbia native Cam Touchette is enjoying baseball success with the Gateway Grizzlies of the Frontier League this summer.

In 31 games, the left-handed hitting and throwing outfielder is hitting .262 with a .392 on base percentage for the Grizzlies, who are 15-18 on the season. 

He has 18 runs and four stolen bases.

Prior to joining the Grizzlies, Touchette, 24, fared well at NCAA Division I Kent State University and before that at John A. Logan College.

He is a 2016 Columbia High School graduate.

The Grizzlies continue a homestand this week at GCS Ballpark in Sauget.

For tickets or more information on the Grizzlies, call 618-337-3000 or visit gatewaygrizzlies.com.

Formed in 1993, the Frontier League is the oldest currently running independent league in the United States.

Republic-Times

The Republic-Times has been Monroe County's hometown newspaper since 1890. Serving Columbia, Waterloo, Valmeyer, Hecker and every town in between, we strive to provide the news that matters most to you in the timeliest manner possible. For more information on subscribing to the Republic-Times, call 939-3814 or visit the "Subscribe" page on this website.
HTC web
MCEC Web