2026 All‑Trailways South Baseball Team Announced
The 2026 All‑Trailways South Baseball Team has been revealed, showcasing the conference’s top talent from schools across Wisconsin and Iowa. Selections were announced this week, recognizing players who excelled on the diamond during the recent season.
Co‑Players of the Year
Luke Hartz of Johnson Creek and Landon Brattlie from Deerfield were selected as the league’s Co‑Players of the Year, a testament to their outstanding performances and leadership.
First Team All‑Conference
The first‑team All‑Conference roster highlights a blend of power and precision. Pitchers Aiden Smith and Landon Brattlie earned spots, while Declan Pohlman secured the catcher position. Infielders Evan Malueg, Ethan Broich and Evan O’Brien were recognized for their clutch hitting, and the outfield was bolstered by Luke Hartz, Alex Harbison and Hayden Wagner. Versatile player Ryan Brodzik also received first‑team honors as the FLEX selection.
Second Team All‑Conference
The second‑team All‑Conference list includes strong contributors such as pitchers Gage Burrell and Brody Marshall, catcher JP Ruiz, and a quartet of infielders — Sylas Weisnicht, Noah Maginn, Louis Nath and LJ Stefonek. Outfielders Brady Fincutter, Zander Hart and Andrew Ades round out the group, with Mike Heinrich named the second‑team FLEX player.
Honorable Mentions and Sportsmanship
Honorable mentions went to Corbin Williams, John Burrill, AJ Whitehouse, Bryce Casteel and Thomas Joy, while the All‑Sportsmanship Team acknowledged AJ Whitehouse, Dalton Anton, Kai Steele, Sawyer Carr, Jackson Wiley and JP Ruiz for their exemplary conduct.
The announced squads draw talent from a diverse set of institutions, including Johnson Creek, Deerfield, ALCS/St. Ambrose, Palmyra‑Eagle, Parkview and Williams Bay, underscoring the collaborative spirit of the Trailways South conference.