All-Star Selections Announced
The Poughkeepsie Journal has released its spring baseball All-Star roster, honoring the top players from a season marked by intense competition across Section I.
Coaches were asked to forward game results and player statistics to Edecker@usatodayco.com, providing the data that fueled the nominations and subsequent voting.
Shane Finnigan of Roy C. Ketcham stood out enough to be crowned Player of the Year, capping a season in which he delivered both power at the plate and dominance on the mound.
First and Second Teams
The first team features standout athletes such as Lucas Perillo from John Jay, Karl Blabac of Arlington, and Zach Schetter from Beacon, reflecting a blend of offensive firepower and defensive reliability.
The second team includes players like Affy Middlebrook from Pawling and James Bouchard of Beacon, underscoring the depth of talent across the region.
Honorable mentions recognize additional contributors from schools including Spackenkill and Red Hook, ensuring that emerging performances receive due attention.
Community Involvement
The selections illustrate how local programs, from John Jay to Lourdes, collaborate with the newspaper to celebrate student-athletes, while the public voting component adds a fan-driven dimension to the honors.