All-MASCAC performer on the hill for the Bucs as a sophomore looking for repeat performance in 2009...LAST SEASON:  Posted team-leading five victories in nine decisions in 2008 with 3.17 ERA...Made 16 total appearances (seven starts) and tossed pair of complete games with one shutout...Fanned 44 in 59.2 innings of work and held opponents to .256 batting average en route to all-conference accolades...Also led squad with three saves in nine relief appearances...PERSONAL:  David James Hike was born on November 11, 987 in Ocala, Fla. ...Son of Noel and Laura Hike...Has younger brother, Matthew (18)...Two-sport standout at Riverview High School, where he also played football...Received Tiger Shark Award for leadership and was an all-county honorable mention selection...Lists favorites as pizza (food), The Replacements (movie) and the Florida Gators (sports team).