News Summary
The South Carolina Baseball Coaches Association has announced the All-State Teams and Players of the Year for various divisions, celebrating the exceptional talents of high school baseball players. Noteworthy awards include Taj Marchand of James Island and Will Craddock of TL Hanna as Players of the Year for 5A Division 1 and 5A Division 2, respectively. The announcements highlight the achievements of standout players across multiple classifications, culminating in a recognition of talent from all corners of the state. These honors set the stage for an exciting season of high school baseball in South Carolina.
Columbia, South Carolina – The South Carolina Baseball Coaches Association (SCBCA) announced the All-State Teams and Players of the Year for each classification on May 26, 2025. The selections highlight the achievements of the top players across the state, showcasing talent from various schools and divisions.
The most notable recognitions came from the 5A classifications, where Taj Marchand from James Island earned the title of Player of the Year for 5A Division 1. The Pitcher of the Year for the same division was awarded to Johnny Collins from Blythewood. The All-State Team for 5A Division 1 includes standout players such as Christian Spivey from Lexington, Palmer Hornick from Dorman, and Max Whitmer from Wando, among others. Additional names on the roster include Jachin Davis, Macon Leppert, Boone Miller, Ethan Offing, Brandon Cromer, and Dawson Siffri.
In 5A Division 2, Will Craddock from TL Hanna was named Player of the Year, while Liam Roberson from Indian Land secured the Pitcher of the Year title. The All-State Team for this division features Jacob Pettit from Fort Mill, CJ Oxendine from North Myrtle Beach, Caden Reeves from Chapin, and Alex Blanchette from Indian Land, with other key players including Luke Kessler, Sawyer Smith, and Seth Manning.
The 4A category saw William Cutshall from Seneca recognized as Player of the Year and Dalton Taylor from Gilbert as Pitcher of the Year. The All-State Team in 4A comprises Jackson Winer from Bishop England, Zay Pulley from Laurens, and Braydon Passmore from Fountain Inn. Other notable players selected include Ian McCrary, Kaden Jones, and Tysen Brasington.
For the 3A division, Carson Bolemon from Southside Christian was awarded Player of the Year, with Jaret Edwards from Aynor earning Pitcher of the Year honors. The 3A All-State Team includes Aiden Suggs from Loris, Hank Tolleson from Chapman, and Bo Lowrance from Christ Church, along with significant names like Jacob Hair, Tyler Bolemon, and Christian Galasso.
The 2A classification recognized Co-Players of the Year; Kaden Myers from Mid-Carolina and Cameron Austin from Barnwell shared this honor. The 2A All-State Team features players such as Titus Poore from Landrum and Brycen Sprinkle from Chesnee, along with other contributors including Nolan Clifford, Blayne Edwards, and John Brody Banasiewicz.
In the 1A division, Kason Herlong from Lake View was named Player of the Year, with Adam Beiler from Abbeville taking home Pitcher of the Year accolades. The All-State Team for 1A includes Gavin Reynolds from Lewisville and Landon Tedder from McBee, highlighted by additional names like CJ Miller and Will Shelton.
This announcement follows earlier news in May regarding the rosters for the North-South All-Star baseball games slated for next month at Lexington High, further enhancing the celebration of high school baseball talent in South Carolina.
The SCBCA continues to recognize and promote excellence in high school baseball, providing a platform for players to showcase their skills and achievements. As the season progresses, these talented athletes will surely leave their mark on the sport in the Palmetto State.
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- WBTW: SCBCA Releases All-State Baseball Teams
- Wikipedia: High School Baseball
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- Prep Baseball Report: Preseason All-State South 2025
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