Gainesville Sun Announces All‑Area Teams and Player‑of‑Year Voting
The newspaper’s All‑Area selections span six spring sports, with a special baseball vote that highlights Carson Long of St. Francis Catholic and closes on July 14.
Jul 10, 2026
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Carson Long Earns Top Honors as Small School Baseball Player of the Year
Carson Long, a freshman at St. Francis Catholic, was named the Sun’s Small School Baseball Player of the Year after a season that saw him dominate both hitting and pitching, lead his team to a district championship and a postseason win, and also excel on the football field. Coach Jiwan James of Union County was honored as Coach of the Year after guiding his squad to a state title.
Jul 6, 2026
Union County Wins Rural State Baseball Championship in Walk‑Off Finale
Union County secured its first state title since 2012 with a 10‑9 walk‑off victory over Trenton, while standout players from the runner‑up and other programs earned spots on the 2026 Bosshardt Realty Small School All‑Area team.
Jun 30, 2026
Zach Hinton Joins Huntingdon College as Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
Huntingdon College announced Zach Hinton as its new Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach, highlighting his extensive background in recruiting, scouting, and player development across several institutions.
Jun 16, 2026
Carson Long Takes the Helm of Huntingdon Men’s Basketball
Huntingdon College has appointed Carson Long as its new head coach for the men’s basketball team, a move that brings a proven winning record, a deep connection to the campus, and a commitment to holistic student development.
May 27, 2026
Carson Long Named Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Huntingdon College
Huntingdon College announced Carson Long as its new head men's basketball coach, highlighting his ODAC championship pedigree and recent player accolades.
May 27, 2026