Who signed, and who got rings? Four standout athletes from Savannah Christian Preparatory School are set to continue their sports careers at the collegiate level, representing schools in Alabama, North Carolina, and Georgia. Each has made a name in their sport with hard work, dedication, and outstanding accomplishments. SCPS also recognized the Raiders State champions from last year's Golf and Track and Field season.
Maggie Kyriakides, an outside hitter, will bring her volleyball skills to the University of Alabama. Kyriakides set the school's record for kills. In her senior year, she was named Area 3-A Player of the Year and recognized as a Georgia Volleyball Coaches Association All-State player. As a junior, she was the Savannah Morning News Greater Savannah Volleyball Player of the Year. Roll Tide!
In softball, Hannah Jane Gard was a consistent batter and defensive player for the Raiders during her career at SCPS. She signed with Belmont Abbey College in North Carolina. Gard batted .346 last season with two homers and 25 RBIs. She was named All-Region throughout high school. The Crusaders are getting a good one.
PHOTO (l-r): Ava Cottis, Hannah Jane Gard, Maggie Kyriakides,Harding Dennis
Harding Dennis signed with Georgia College & State University to play baseball. Starting on JV, Dennis worked his way up with the Raiders and became a crucial player on the varsity team. Last season, he hit .291 with three home runs and 27 RBIs. Dennis was a key pitcher for the Raiders, going 5-3 as a left-handed pitcher with a save and 36 strikeouts in 19 innings. Dennis is looking forward to playing for the Bobcats.
Ava Cottis signed with the University of North Florida with one golf season left in her high school golf career. Cottis was vital to the SCPS girls' golf team, contributing to three consecutive state championships. Last season, she finished second individually at the Class 3A State Tournament. The Ospreys can't wait for Ava to Swoop in on the links.
The Raiders presented rings to their spring sports state champions for 2024. Honorees present included the golf team: senior Rylan Hurd, junior Charlotte Goodman, senior Ava Cottis, and alum Mary Miller, who plays golf at Georgia Southern. Track champions Jadyn Singleton and Jamari McIvory were also recognized. Families represented Jaydn and Jamari. Singleton cheers for the University of Georgia, and McIvory plays football at Northwestern Illinois.
PHOTO (l-r): Rylan Hurd, Mary Miller, Ava Cottis, Charlotte Goodman
With state titles and honors, these Raiders are ready to take their skills to the next level.
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