CHRIS GASKIN NAMED COASTAL PLAINS BATTER OF THE WEEK

RALEIGH, NC (June 10, 2003) - Sophomore first baseman Chris Gaskin (Rego Park, NY) was tabbed the SW Batter of the Week in the Coastal Plain League, as announced by league officials yesterday. Gaskin is a starter for the Gastonia Grizzlies.

In four games last week, Gaskin hit an even .400 with six hits and seven RBI. Through the Grizzlies' first six games, Gaskin is ranked second on the team in batting at .350 and leads the team with eight RBI. The Grizzlies are currently 5-1 on the season.