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Savannah-Area Players Named to Georgia Dugout Club GHSA All-State Teams

By Prep Sports Report Staff | July 5, 2025

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The Georgia Dugout Club released its 2025 Georgia High School Association (GHSA) Postseason All-State Baseball Teams at the end of June 2025, and several Coastal Empire standouts earned statewide recognition for their stellar play this season. Richmond Hill, Effingham County, South Effingham, Liberty County, Islands, Calvary Day, and Savannah Christian all placed players on the Georgia Dugout Club's 2025 GHSA All-State teams.

 

Richmond Hill High School led the way among local public schools in GHSA Class 6A. Outfielder Lee Johnson was named First Team All-State, while pitcher Aiden Pluff and catcher Grant Wagner earned Second Team honors. 

 

In GHSA Class 5A, Effingham County's Luke Edwards was selected as a First Team pitcher. Outfielder Kaleb Pendley made the Second Team, and Kyle Thomas was listed as Honorable Mention. South Effingham also placed two players—catcher JT Barkley on the Second Team and Lance Cantaline as Honorable Mention.

 

Liberty County's Glemon English earned First Team honors as a GHSA Class 3A infielder, showing strong defensive range and a consistent bat. Islands High School's Dillian Gordon was recognized with Honorable Mention.

 

GHSA Private schools also made their mark. Calvary Day's Quinn Johnson (First Team pitcher) and Dalton Kelley (First Team infielder) led the way, while Cutter Powell, Waylan Heidik, Max Arnold, and Sam Renshaw received Honorable Mention. Savannah Christian Prep had five players honored: Cardin Patrick and Harding Dennis (First Team), Dawson Kelly (Second Team), and outfielders Athen Hudspeth and Weston Hughes (Second Team).

 

These acknowledgments showcase the GHSA baseball talent within the Savannah-area programs. As numerous athletes prepare to either return or advance to the next level, the Coastal Empire baseball teams have a strong list of players, as usual.

 

NOTE: The Georgia Dugout Club is a group that supports high school baseball and softball in the state of Georgia. 

The organization has been acknowledging athletes for more than six decades, starting in 1962. Its mission is to advance the sport, recognize outstanding players and coaches' careers with a hall of fame, and coordinate events such as all-star games and clinics. Its objective is to promote the game and showcase the finest talent throughout the state.

 

PHOTO CREDIT: Social Media Pages of Players and Schools

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