Several standout athletes from East Clarendon High School have been recognized by Region VII-AA coaches for their exceptional performances this season, earning some of the top honors in both softball and baseball.
Bailey Hicks was named Region VII-AA Softball Player of the Year, a testament to her consistent offensive output and aggressive base running. Hicks is currently batting .457 with 32 hits, 26 RBIs and 39 runs scored. She has stolen 32 bases and has struck out only four times this season.
Joining her in the spotlight is teammate Laiklyn Gaskins, who was selected as Region VII-AA Softball Pitcher of the Year. Gaskins boasts a 10-3 record on the mound with a 2.68 earned run average. Over 73 innings pitched, she has recorded 75 strikeouts while holding opponents to a .182 batting average.
On the baseball diamond, East Clarendon’s Foster Matthews was honored as the Region VII-AA Baseball Pitcher of the Year. Matthews has put together an impressive 9-1 record with a minuscule 0.734 ERA. Over 47.2 innings, he has allowed just 37 hits and struck out 52 batters while issuing only 13 walks.
The honors highlight a successful spring for East Clarendon’s athletic programs, with coaches and fans alike celebrating the players’ dedication and performance throughout the season.
