Southern Miss pitcher signs with White Sox

HATTIESBURG, Miss. -- Southern Miss junior pitcher J.R. Ballinger has signed with the Chicago White Sox.

Ballinger was selected by the White Sox in the 11th round of the this summer's draft.

Ballinger posted a 6-4 record, with a 4.40 ERA, this season, helping lead the Golden Eagles to their first appearance in the College World Series.

He struck out 59 and walked 34 in 86 innings.

The school said Tuesday that Ballinger will report to the Bristol, Va., to play for the Bristol Sox in the Appalachian League.