Ben Riffe, former Athens High School standout, played on Tuesday, March 5 in NCAA Division I game

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By Carbondale Reporter

Mar 5, 2024

On Tuesday, March 5, former Athens High School standout Ben Riffe’s current college team, the Southern Illinois Salukis, won 7-1 in their NCAA Division I game against the SIUE Cougars.

The game took place in Edwardsville, Illinois. This was their first matchup against the SIUE Cougars this season.

The Salukis’ next game is scheduled for Thursday, March 7 at 6 p.m. in Carbondale, Illinois against Houston Christian Huskies.

Name: Ben Riffe

Position: Right Handed Pitcher

Hometown: Troy

Height: 6′3″

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