Baseball

Welcome to Spartan Baseball 2008!
It was an incredible run for the baseball Spartans. A special group of young men came together and played outstanding baseball for the entire season. They overcame obstacles and played every game to the best of their abilities. They received extraordinary support from their families. For the state play-off games, every player had a parent at the game; some had siblings and grandparents. The coach’s father, brother and nephews came to cheer on the Spartans. At the conclusion of the double header, the parents gave the players a standing ovation to show their appreciation for the heart and determination they played with all year. All who are associated with this fantastic group of young men are very proud of them and all they accomplished. See Varsity Game Summary for details.

Sensational seniors Evans Wellborn and Matt Woodruff enjoying a beautiful day at the baseball field

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It was an incredible run for the baseball Spartans. A special group of young men came together and played outstanding baseball for the entire season. They overcame obstacles and played every game to the best of their abilities. They received extraordinary support from their families. For the state play-off games, every player had a parent at the game; some had siblings and grandparents. The coach’s father, brother and nephews came to cheer on the Spartans. At the conclusion of the double header, the parents gave the players a standing ovation to show their appreciation for the heart and determination they played with all year. All who are associated with this fantastic group of young men are very proud of them and all they accomplished.

Athens Academy @ Bremen
May 9, 2008
State Play-offs, Game 1

Offense:
• Matt Woodruff was 1 for 3 with 2 RBI’s and a walk
• Patrick Jansen was 2 for 4 with one run scored
• Evans Wellborn was 1 for 2 with a walk and two runs scored
• Hunter Stiles was 3 for 3 with 1 RBI
• Akash Agrawal ran for Hunter and scored in the fifth inning
• Thomas Sanders was 2 for 3 with an RBI
• James Colquitt reached base all three times at bat with 2 walks and being hit by the pitcher
• Everett Young had an RBI in the 5th inning
• James Waugh was 1 for 3

Scoring:
• First inning:
o Matt walked, reached third on an single by Patrick and stole home
o Evans walked, reached second on a single by Hunter and scored on a single by Thomas
• Two runs scored

• Third inning:
o Patrick singled, went to second on a single by Evans and scored on a single by Hunter
• One run scored

• Fifth inning:
o Patrick reached on an error and was caught stealing second
o Evans reached on a fielder’s choice, reached second on a single by Hunter, went to third on a single by Thomas and scored on a bbases loaded walk by James Colquitt
o Akash, running for Hunter, scored on a fielder’s choice, hit by Everett
o James Waugh reached on a fielder’s choice, scoring James C.
o McKay was hit by a pitch, loading the bases
o Matt singled up the middle, scoring Everett and Will Daniel, running for James W.
• Five runs scored

Final Score: Athens Academy 8, Bremen 19 in five innings

Athens Academy @ Bremen
May 9, 2008
State Play-offs, Game 2

Offense:
• McKay Matthews was 1 for 2 with a walk
• Patrick Jansen for 1 for 2 with a double, a walk, and a run scored
• Evans Wellborn was 1 for 3 with an RBI
• Thomas Sanders was 1 for 3
• James Colquitt was 1 for 2 with an RBI

Scoring:
• Second inning:
o Hunter Stiles and Mark Sanders walked
o Everett Young (running for Hunter) and Mark went to third and second, respectively on a wild pitch
o Everett scored on a single to right by James C.
 One run scored

• Third inning:
o Patrick led off with a single and scored on a single to left by Evans
 One run scored

Final Score: Athens Academy 2, Bremen 14 in 5 innings

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2008 Region 8A All Region Team

1st Team Infielders- Will Gretsch, Sr, ACS
Malcom Adams, Sr, Social Circle
McKay Matthews, Jr, Athens Academy
Danny Lockhart, Fr, Hebron
Haughton Carswell, Sr, Lakeview
Andrew Shealy, Sr, ACS

2008 Infielder of the Year: Tie Jake Fields, So, Jefferson
Buck Harris, Sr, Prince Avenue

1st Team Outfielders- Tyler Hill, Jr, Jefferson
Blaine Skaggs, Sr, Jefferson
Colin King, Sr, Lakeview
Scott Fitzgerald, Sr, Social Circle

2008 Outfielder of the Year: Bobby Cole, Sr, Hebron

1st Team Pitchers- Raulston Cash, So, Lakeview
Alan Busenitz, Sr, ACS
Cameron Blinn, Sr, Jefferson
Patrick Jansen, So, Athens Academy

2008 Pitcher of the Year: Chris Beck, Jr, Jefferson

1st Team Catchers- Brett Armour, Sr, Lakeview
Hunter Stiles, Jr, Athens Academy

2008 Catcher of the Year: Chase Harris, Sr, Jefferson

1st Team DH: Seddrick Mayfield, Jr, Tallulah Falls
Jed Gurley, Sr, Jefferson

2008 DH of the Year: Josh Elder, So, ACS

2nd Team Infielders- Anthony Dowker, Sr, Jefferson
Ezekiel Gribble, Jr, Towns County
Ryan Thomason, Jr, Social Circle
Jon Campbell, Sr, ACS
Cohen Cooke, Sr, Commerce
Devon Mayfield, Jr, Tallulah Falls

2nd Team Outfielders- Lucas Redd, Sr, Jefferson
Reuben Haynes, Sr, Commerce
Matt Woodruff, Jr, Athens Academy
Dwayne Green, Sr, Towns County

2nd Team Pitchers- Clint Ogle, Jr, ACS
David Schnizler, Sr, Social Circle
Jamie Holt, So, Hebron
Russ Devore, Jr, Athens Academy

2nd Team Catchers- Shane Brown, Jr, Social Circle
Jon Crawford, Sr, Hebron

2nd Team DH- Carl Allen, So, Commerce
Jake Harris, Jr, Prince Avenue

Head Coach of the Year: Tommy Knight, Jefferson

Coach Knight’s
Assistant of the year: Andy Fowler, Jefferson

Assistant Coach of the year: Tie Don Chuboff, Athens Academy
Jason Lowen, Social Circle

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Athens Academy verses Jefferson
May 2, 2008

Two incredible seniors were honored tonight at Spartan Field. Matt Woodruff, son of Nita and Brooks Woodruff, and Evans Wellborn, son of Margaret and Walter Wellborn. Their leadership and love of baseball will always be remembered and appreciated.

Henry Terrell is home from the hospital and on the road to recovery.

The Spartans put an outstanding team on the field and experienced another excellent pitching performance from Russ DeVore. Jefferson was able to take advantage of key hits and errors to beat the Spartans in the final region game of the season.

Highlights:
• The fans in the stands… the support the baseball Spartans receive by their fans is unparalled by any other school… once again the bleachers were full
• The coaches are extraordinary ... Coaches Kane, Chuboff and Nonni go the extra mile to help each player achieve his personal best
• Russ went all seven innings, striking out 4 and allowing only six hits
• McKay Matthews was 1 for 4
• Matt Woodruff was 1 for 3
• Patrick Jansen was 1 for 2 with an RBI
• Hunter Stiles was 1 for 2 with a double
• Thomas Sanders was 1 for 3
• The defense once again sparkled
o In the 4th inning, McKay made a superb play at shortstop
o In the 5th inning, Matt make another one of his great signature catches in center field

Scoring:
• The lone Spartan run came in the 3rd inning when McKay reached on an error, stole second, and came home on a base hit by Patrick

The Spartans continue to play with heart. They have clinched a play-off position for the ninth consecutive year. They overcome adversity and have a great deal of pride. The parents and fans are extremely proud of these young men.

The Spartans will play next Friday in the first round of the state play-offs. Depending on results tonight, they will either be a three or four seed and play against Bremen or Bowden. Hope to see you there!

Final Score: Athens Academy 1, Jefferson 7

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