Ryan Mitchell, a former collegiate athlete and graduate of Berry College, has spent the last 5 years reporting on high school sports in the Rome area. His background in sports management informs his insightful analyses of local teams. Ryan previously contributed to local sports blogs and has a deep passion for amplifying young athletes' achievements.
The 7-AA All-Region softball teams were announced on Wednesday and state champion Gordon Lee had 11 different players honored, including Player of the Year Laney Wilson.
In 35 games this past season, the senior batted .511 with a 1.067 slugging percentage. Among her 46 hits were 14 doubles and 12 home runs. She drove in 58 runs, scored 29, drew 23 walks - several intentionally - and struck out only six times. She also went 7-for-7 on stolen base attempts.
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