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The annual All-South Texas team recognizes top performers from the Coastal Bend, highlighting standout hitters, dominant pitchers, a newcomer of the year and a coach who led his squad to a district championship.
The Texas High School Coaches Association has named four standout players from the Coastal Bend region to its 2026 Super Elite Teams, highlighting a season of dominance for the area’s programs.
The defending UIL 4A‑DI baseball champions from Calallen are set to face Pleasant Grove in a rematch for the state title, aiming to cement a historic run.
Despite a nearly three‑hour lightning interruption, Calallen erupted in the second inning, driven by Drayton Mitchell’s home run and Drayson Gamez’s four‑RBI triple, securing a 16‑6 win and a spot in the state semifinals.
Despite weather interruptions, Calallen’s offense exploded, with Drayton Mitchell and Drayson Gamez leading a 14‑run second inning that propelled the team into the state semifinals.