GHSA Daily Round Up: Monday, March 30th

The high school baseball season is officially underway. This is our favorite time of the year and we can’t wait to cover the state from now until the state championship. Be sure to to be tuned in daily for content on the season.

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Today, we are going to introduce a new piece of content called the “Daily Round Up”. Here we will take a look at the games our scouts went to from the previous day and highlight key moments, standout players and our takeaways from the game.

Alexander @ Villa Rica

Score: Villa Rica win, 6-1

Standouts:

Ben Gardner, RHP/C, 2026, Villa Rica
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Huge start from 2026 RHP/C Ben Gardner on the mound as well. <br><br>CG 7.0 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, & 5 K in a win.<br><br>FB: 86-88 T89; ride, S/M <br>SL: 78-79; depth<br>CH: 80-82; R/R, arm-side fade<br><br>Good mover at 6-foot-2, 165-pounds and repeats well from a compact AA. <a href="https://twitter.com/lcbaseball21?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@lcbaseball21</a> commit… <a href="https://t.co/T0k43wYGUC">https://t.co/T0k43wYGUC</a> <a href="https://t.co/3kuttcd6Tw">pic.twitter.com/3kuttcd6Tw</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038776811157336380?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2026 C/RHP Ben Gardner helps himself out on the mound with a clutch knock to open the scoring. <br><br>Shows good hands in-zone as he stays on the CH and smokes it back into CF for the RBI single.<a href="https://twitter.com/lcbaseball21?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@lcbaseball21</a> commit & has looked the part on the mound early. <a href="https://twitter.com/_VRHS_Baseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_VRHS_Baseball</a> ||… <a href="https://t.co/gCSblx7ZtG">pic.twitter.com/gCSblx7ZtG</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038748581889552842?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 30, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Jasper Best, OF, 2026, Villa Rica
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Really good hacks taken from 2026 OF Jasper Best tonight, including a pair of barrels here. <br><br>Excellent balance with length & accuracy in the barrel while showing an aptitude to work to all-fields. <br><br>Glove profiles across the OF as well for the <a href="https://twitter.com/GordonStateBSB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GordonStateBSB</a> commit… <a href="https://t.co/CLChfrQPp6">pic.twitter.com/CLChfrQPp6</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038776863955296529?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Henry Brookshire, C, 2026, Villa Rica
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Couple of quality knocks here from 2026 C Henry Brookshire. <br><br>Creates good separation with barrel length alike and b2b skills while using the whole field well. <br><br>Strong positional flexibility in the dirt as well for the <a href="https://twitter.com/PULionsBaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PULionsBaseball</a> commit. <a href="https://twitter.com/_VRHS_Baseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_VRHS_Baseball</a> || <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GAHS26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GAHS26</a> <a href="https://t.co/HWn8s5NWQR">pic.twitter.com/HWn8s5NWQR</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038770335781200362?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Maddox Rodgers, SS, 2027, Villa Rica
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2027 SS Maddox Rodgers gets the front foot down and shoots this back into CF for the single. <br><br>Well-balanced w/ some present bat speed & creates good barrel length in-zone. <br><br>Strong defender at the 6 with plenty of athleticism in the dirt and soft hands to match.… <a href="https://t.co/Wimx92K94O">pic.twitter.com/Wimx92K94O</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038752300773052903?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 30, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Tristan Arrowood, SS, 2027, Villa Rica
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2027 SS Tristan Arrowood rips this to the PS for the hard-hit RBI 1B. <br><br>Stays well-connected with quick, direct hands and generates strength from the ground-up. <br><br>Present athleticism in the frame and upside on the mound as well. <a href="https://twitter.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/_VRHS_Baseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_VRHS_Baseball</a> || <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GAHS26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GAHS26</a> <a href="https://t.co/sgLGg024N8">pic.twitter.com/sgLGg024N8</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038761858442674465?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 30, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

David Jackson Jr., OF, 2026, Alexander
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2026 OF/LHP David Jackson Jr. (Alexander) puts the Cougars on the board as he turns on the SL and drives it into RF for the RBI 2B. <br><br>Easy leverage to the pull-side backed by huge bat speed and present impact at contact. <br><br>XL 6-foot-4, 180-pounds with some projection remaining.… <a href="https://t.co/SUCa0ZyWpf">pic.twitter.com/SUCa0ZyWpf</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038768980782206984?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Key Moments:

Villa Rica came out swinging as they jumped on top to a 4-0 lead as they took advantage of a couple of errors and a 2-out RBI knock from Ben Gardner. The Wildcats scratched across another run in the 2nd behind a Tristan Arrowood single to make it 5-0. Austin Wilson walked in the 4th and came around to score on a couple of passed balls making it 6-0. The Cougars got on the board in the 5th as David Jackson Jr. came through with an RBI double cutting the deficit to 6-1. Ben Gardner was lights out for Villa Rica as he went the distance and only allowed 1-run in a win.

Avery’s Takeaway:

The Wildcats lineup stood out 1-9 as they are a scrappy bunch that knows what it takes to win. This upperclass heavy group has a talented core that can lean on anyone in the lineup on any given night. As big performances came from 1, 3, 7 and 8 in the lineup. Ben Gardner gives the Wildcats a formidable workhorse atop the rotation and if the pieces can come together behind him this will be a sleeper team to watch come the postseason. Alexander made a couple of mistakes defensively and ultimately split the series, but this is a club that has been playing quality ball of late as they will look to bounce back.

Gatewood @ Druid Hills
Score: 8-7, Gatewood wins
Standouts:
Ben Brannen, OF, 2026, Gatewood
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">More quality cuts from Brannen throughout the game. <br><br>Athletic <a href="https://twitter.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> outfielder that will make an impact at the next level. <br><br>Quiet hands and connected lower half w/ a quick trigger through the zone. <a href="https://twitter.com/GatorsGatewood?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GatorsGatewood</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GAHS26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GAHS26</a> <a href="https://t.co/pthysgr3AF">https://t.co/pthysgr3AF</a> <a href="https://t.co/Qnw5Dlqs93">pic.twitter.com/Qnw5Dlqs93</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038984594284859825?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
Jayden Moss, 1B, 2028, Gatewood
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2 hit night for 2028 1B Jayden Moss, just missing a 💣 off the top of the wall. <br><br>Made an impact as a freshman last year and doing more of this same in year 2. <br><br>Quiet confidence at the dish. Looks to hit early in the count w/ a heavy barrel through impact. <a href="https://twitter.com/GatorsGatewood?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GatorsGatewood</a>… <a href="https://t.co/uigo5Qngxe">pic.twitter.com/uigo5Qngxe</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038784947880698265?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
Lawson Moore, OF, 2028, Gatewood
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Potent cuts per usual from 2028 1B/OF Lawson Moore in a multi hit night. <br><br>Never gets cheated & matches that with great plate disciple and barrel control. <br><br>Had a 1B in the 1st, LOUD line out (1st clip) and 2 strike knock (2nd clip) <a href="https://twitter.com/ShooterHunt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ShooterHunt</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/GatorsGatewood?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GatorsGatewood</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GAHS26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GAHS26</a> <a href="https://t.co/D80KpPy136">pic.twitter.com/D80KpPy136</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038778140231680292?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
Ben Pearson, RHP, 2028, Gatewood
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Quality start for 2028 RHP Ben Pearson last night <br><br>FB: 81-84<br>CB: 70-72<br>CH: 74-75<br><br>Attacked the zone for 5 innings. Has added some size since Super Sophomore games over the summer. <br><br>Plenty of projection remaining w/ M2C 📈<a href="https://twitter.com/GatorsGatewood?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GatorsGatewood</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GAHS26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GAHS26</a> <a href="https://t.co/TMNGSXQw8C">pic.twitter.com/TMNGSXQw8C</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2039016704110387627?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
Ryder Sibly, INF, 2026, Druid Hills
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sibly delivers in the bottom of the 7th with the bases loaded. <br><br>Battles a tough AB and wins it with a backside knock for a 2B. <a href="https://twitter.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/DHHSsports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DHHSsports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GAHS26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GAHS26</a> <a href="https://t.co/vbFt0NPLxj">https://t.co/vbFt0NPLxj</a> <a href="https://t.co/PRuovLdFpZ">pic.twitter.com/PRuovLdFpZ</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2038986087943536936?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Key Moments:
The Gatewood offense was up and running from the start. Ben Brannen kicked off the game with a single followed by singles from Lawson Moore and Connor Mitchem. Brady Haley then delivered a backside double. They would cap off the first with a 4 run innings. Both teams would go back and forth with a run here and there until 5th where Hunter Pierce delivered a 2 RBI single with the INF in. Druid Hills ended up sparking a potential 7th inning comeback with a backside double with the bases loaded by Ryder Sibly. Blake Brannen would end up working out of it with the tying run on 1st base to get the win 8-7. Ben Pearson gets the win on the mound for the Gators.

Huddy’s Takeaway:
This was my first look at Gatewood this spring and it was no different from the state championship game I saw last year, they can hit the baseball. They are strong 1-9 with power bats in the middle with Jayden Moss, Lawson Moore and Connor Mitchem. The line up is littered with underclassmen, led by the lone senior, Ben Brannen. They all have great approaches at the plate, and look to hit early in the count. Coach Moss is well on his way to another state title and we will look forward to seeing them again down the stretch.

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