In the Dugout with the 2021 Coach Pitch All-Stars

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By CINDY CROSBY
Cindyc4@yahoo.com

Gavin Michael Bryan
Son of Jason and Jessica Bryan
Forest Hills Elementary – 4th grade
Primary position(s): shortstop, second base
On Baseball: My favorite thing about baseball is teamwork and working together to win the game.
Favorite Athlete: Babe Ruth because I hope to be able to hit like him and do good things like him one day . Also, Lane Lee, because he is a good player and plays in college. I have always called him cousin Lane because he always talked to me and was nice. I would like to play in college one day like him.
“I am thankful that I was picked to play on the All-Star team. By working together, being good sports, and helping each other, I hope we can win . And if we don’t win, it will be okay, because at least we are having fun.”

Chase Terry
Son of Al and Allyn Anne Terry
Bells Elementary – 2nd grade
Primary position(s): shortstop
On Baseball: My favorite thing about baseball is when I get to bat and play the game.
Favorite Athlete: My favorite player is Ozzie Albies from the Atlanta Braves.
“I am proud to be a Colleton County All-Star.”

Jeremy Romanelli
Son of Neil and Ticha Romanelli
Forest Hills Elementary – 3rd grade
Primary position(s): third base
On Baseball: My favorite thing about baseball is hitting homeruns.
Favorite Athlete: Babe Ruth, because he hit homeruns.
“We can do anything if we put our minds to it.”

Zachary Martin
Son of Ron and Jennifer Martin
Colleton Prep Academy – 2nd grade
Primary position(s): shortstop, pitcher
On Baseball: My favorite thing about the game of baseball is hitting the ball and beating the other team.
Favorite Athlete: Mookie Betts
“I love to play baseball and I am happy to get the chance to play more.”

Colton Martin
Son of Ron and Jennifer Martin
Colleton Prep Academy – 2nd grade
Primary position(s): first base; pitcher
On Baseball: My favorite thing about the game of baseball is anybody can win on any day.
Favorite Athlete: Mike Trout
“I love playing baseball and I am happy I get to play in the All-Star game.”

Mason Walling
Son of Jackson Walling and Kimber Walling
Colleton Prep Academy– 2nd grade
Primary position(s): first base
On Baseball: My favorite thing about baseball is catching pop-ups for outs.
Favorite Athlete: Babe Ruth
“I am enjoying playing in All-Stars and having fun with my teammates.”

Christian Grayson
Son of Brandon and Courtney Grayson
Colleton County School District – 1st grade
Primary position(s): pitcher
On Baseball: My favorite thing about baseball is catching the ball.
Favorite Athlete: Baron Radcliff who plays right field for the Philadelphia Phillies/minor league
“I will go out and do my best to help my team win the All-Star tournament.”

Grady Williams
Son of Robbie and Jami Williams
Andrew Jackson Academy – 2nd grade
Primary position(s): first base
On Baseball: My favorite thing about baseball is hearing the crowd get excited when our team makes a good play or gets a good hit.
Favorite Athlete: My big brother, Hayden, that played baseball for the CPA War Hawks.
“We may have a good defensive game and hope to bring back the trophy to our Colleton County Recreation Center.”

Christopher Hiers, III
Son of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Hiers
Northside Elementary – 3rd grade
Primary position(s): second base
On Baseball: My favorite thing about playing baseball is my teammates.
Favorite Athlete: I look up to my big brothers, Christopher and Scooter. They both played sports – football, baseball and soccer.
“We strive to give our best and win games.”

Langdon Bell
Son of Kinloch and Scott Bell
Northside Elementary – 2nd grade
Primary position(s): catcher
On Baseball: It is really fun and I like playing with my friends.
Favorite Athlete: My brother Tyler and my cousins Lucas and Jackson Bell.
“I am excited, and I can’t wait to win.”

Colton Jolly
Son of John and Kim Jolly
Northside Elementary – 3rd grade
Primary position(s): pitcher
On Baseball: My favorite thing about baseball Is getting good hits and running the bases.
Favorite Athlete: The athlete I look up to is my big brother Mason. He is my favorite baseball player. He has taught me a lot about the game.
“I am excited to have the opportunity to represent Colleton County for Allstars. I will play my best.”

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Landyn Hiers