UC Davis Quarterback Miles Hastings Announces Devastating News: Season Ending Injury
**Davis, CA** — UC Davis Aggies football quarterback Miles Hastings delivered heartbreaking news to fans and teammates today, announcing that he will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2024 season due to a severe injury. The junior signal-caller, who had been a standout for the Aggies since taking over as the starting quarterback last year, revealed that he suffered a torn ligament in his throwing shoulder during the team’s recent game against rival Sacramento State.
Hastings, 21, took to social media to share the devastating update with his followers, expressing his disappointment at the injury but also his determination to support his team from the sidelines. “It’s with a heavy heart that I share I won’t be able to finish this season,” Hastings wrote in his post. “This team has meant the world to me, and I will do everything I can to support my teammates as they continue to push forward. I’ll be back stronger, but right now it’s about the Aggies.”
The loss of Hastings is a major blow to the Aggies, who had high hopes for the 2024 campaign. Last season, the quarterback led UC Davis to a strong finish, throwing for over 2,500 yards and 20 touchdowns, while displaying impressive leadership on the field. His ability to extend plays with his legs and connect on deep throws made him one of the top quarterbacks in the Big Sky Conference.
UC Davis Head Coach Tim Plough expressed his full support for Hastings in a statement: “Miles is the heart and soul of this team, and while this injury is tough, we know his leadership will continue to inspire his teammates. Our focus now shifts to rallying behind our next QB, and we’re confident we have the talent to keep competing.”
With Hastings out, the Aggies will rely on backup quarterbacks to step up as they aim to stay competitive in the highly competitive Big Sky Conference.