J.R. Heavilin, former Harrison Central High School standout, played on Tuesday, March 5 in NCAA Division I game

Western Illinois Leathernecks Coach Terry Davis (2024) | Western Illinois Leathernecks

By West Central Reporter

Mar 5, 2024

On Tuesday, March 5, former Harrison Central High School standout J.R. Heavilin’s current college team, the Western Illinois Leathernecks, lost 14-4 in their NCAA Division I game against the Saint Louis Billikens.

The game took place in St. Louis, Missouri. This was their fourth matchup against the Saint Louis Billikens this season.

The Leathernecks’ next game is scheduled for Friday, March 8 at 1 p.m. in Highland Heights, Kentucky against Northern Kentucky Norse.

Name: J.R. Heavilin

Position: Infielder

Hometown: Hopedale

Height: 6′0″

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