Savannah, GA: The Savannah Arts Academy (SAA) athletic program continued its impressive athletics program with outstanding volleyball and cross-country achievements.
Volleyball:
- Finn Higginbotham earned the title of Region Player of the Year.
- Torrin Higginbotham was recognized as Defensive Player of the Year.
- Lillie Coffey received the Offensive Player of the Year award.
1st Team All-Region:
- Manon Brosseau
- Maggie Allen
- Valerie Kirk
2nd Team All-Region:
- Lula Tollison
- Kennedy Hunter
- Bella Manley
Lillie Coffey and Torrin Higginbotham were further recognized for their outstanding talent by being selected to participate in the prestigious GVCA Junior/Sophomore All-Star game.
Additionally, Finn Higginbotham, Lillie Coffey, and Torrin Higginbotham were named to the GACA AA-All-Star Team, solidifying their status as top players in their classification.
Cross Country:
- The SAA Cross Country Team dominated their region, securing a first-place finish.
- The team continued their success by achieving a remarkable third-place finish at the state meet.
Individual Highlights:
- Leah Nyce captured the Region Championship and placed 4th at the state level.
- Elle Harward-Grant finished 3rd in the region and 9th at state.
- Francie Tedder earned 4th place in the region and 14th at state.
- Ava Thomas rounded out the top six finishers in the region, securing an All-Region honor.
- Strong performances from Layla Ballance, Gabrielle Reddick, and Julia Grabowskiy were instrumental in the team's success.
Savannah Arts Academy is incredibly proud of the dedication and talent of its student-athletes. Their accomplishments are a testament to their hard work and passion for their respective sports.
PHOTO CREDIT: Savannah Arts Academy Social Media Pages
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