The Valwood Valiants, fresh off their first GIAA state baseball championship, have garnered significant recognition with five players named to the GIAA All-State team. Key contributors included pitcher Josh Skinner, who was honored as the GIAA Class AAA Pitcher of the Year, alongside standout performances from outfielder Asher Wells and pitcher/second baseman Colson Smith. Infielder Jayden Purvis and first baseman Dywan Powell rounded out the accolade winners, showcasing a strong postseason performance across the board.

By the Numbers
  • Josh Skinner posted a 10-2 record with 79 strikeouts and a 2.12 ERA.
  • Dywan Powell achieved a .372 batting average with 33 hits and 24 RBIs.
State of Play
  • The Valiants also had eight players selected for the AAA District 3 All-Region Team.
  • Powell, the Region Player of the Year, led several statistical categories on the team.
What's Next

With multiple players achieving All-State and All-Region honors, the Valiants aim to build on their success in the upcoming season, leveraging their strong foundation of talent and experience as they pursue another championship.

Bottom Line

The Valwood Valiants' strong postseason awards reflect their dominance in the GIAA, and with a core of talented players returning, they are poised to remain a formidable force in future competitions.