Chiarella signs with Hope International

Former Hancock College pitcher Raffael Chiarella has signed with NAIA member Hope International University.

Hope International is located in Fullerton.

"Getting an opportunity to join the roster at Hope International is a true blessing," Chiarella said in a Hancock news release. "They have an outstanding athletic reputation, a great coaching staff and a great academic community surrounding my major."

Chiarella played two seasons at Hancock. The Las Vegas native appeared in 10 games, including seven starts his sophomore season. Chiarella earned two wins.

He struck out 24 batters across 27.1 innings pitched. Chiarella set down a season high six batters in the Bulldogs' 11-1 win against Bakersfield.

"My time at Hancock prepared me for success at t

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