Sophomore (2011):

During his first season on the team, Bitanga earned a spot on the all-University Athletic Association (UAA) Second Team, based on his performance as Emory's closer during the season.  His eight saves in 2011 ranked him 19th among NCAA Division III players, in addition to being the third-most in a single season by an Emory pitcher, and tied him for the sixth-most for a career in the program's history.  Bitanga set a school record with 22 games finished in 2011, while his 24 appearances were the third-most by an Eagle in a single season, and his 1.33 walks per game ratio was the sixth lowest in the program's history.  He recorded a 2.21 ERA over 40.2 innings pitched (giving him the second-lowest career ERA for Emory pitchers with over 40 innings pitched), while going 3-3 with 22 strikeouts and just six walks, and allowing opponents a .269 batting average against.  Bitanga was named to the all-UAA Tournament Team after appearing in three of the six games and earning two saves and a win, while not allowing an earned run on eight hits through seven innings.

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Prior to Emory:

Transferred from St. Mary's College in Maryland, where he played on the baseball team for one year... Made 12 appearances in 2010, all out of the bullpen, going 2-1 with a 4.58 earned run average and one save... Also pitched for the Maryland Collegiate Baseball League, where he was coached by Jeff Rabberman... Was an all-star, leading the league with six saves... Played on the Our Lady of Good Counsel High School team for four seasons.

Personal:

Born January 19, 1991.

Quote:

"I chose Emory for the opportunity to study at one of the most respected business schools, and a chance to win a Division III National Championship."