A Season of Excellence Recognized
The Poughkeepsie Journal has unveiled its 2026 Baseball All‑Stars, honoring the top performers from Section I schools across the spring campaign. The announcement, made public on Tuesday, highlights a blend of first‑team standouts, second‑team selections and honorable mentions, each chosen after a thorough review of game reports and statistical submissions.
Central to the honor roll is Shane Finnigan of Roy C. Ketcham, who was crowned Player of the Year for his outstanding contributions on the diamond. Finnigan’s name appears on the first‑team roster alongside peers such as Lucas Perillo of John Jay, Karl Blabac from Arlington, and Zach Schetter of Beacon, among others.
Coaches across the league were instructed to forward game results and player statistics to Edecker@usatodayco.com, a channel that aggregated the data used to compile the lists. This systematic approach ensured that nominations reflected a full season’s worth of performance, from the early April matchups to the late May playoffs.
The first‑team squad features a diverse set of talents, including Nick Drewnowski of New Paltz and Liam Correa from Marlboro, while the second‑team list showcases rising stars like Affy Middlebrook of Pawling and Sean Hinspeter of Lourdes. Honorable mentions round out the recognition, celebrating additional contributors such as Christian Anderson of Arlington and Aiden Sickler of Spackenkill.
The selections underscore the depth of talent within the region’s high school programs and reflect the collaborative effort between schools, coaches, and the Poughkeepsie Journal. As the newspaper continues to spotlight athletic achievement, the All‑Stars list serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication of student‑athletes throughout the season.