
2026 Baseball All-Stars Honored by Times Union
The Times Union announces its 2026 baseball All-Stars, recognizing exceptional talent and leadership across both large and small schools in New York.
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The Times Union announces its 2026 baseball All-Stars, recognizing exceptional talent and leadership across both large and small schools in New York.

The Averill Park baseball team clinched the Class A state championship, dedicating the victory to mentor Rob Bowen, who passed away earlier this year. Coach George Brooks, a four‑time champion, and senior player Anthony Decker shared heartfelt tributes as the team carried Bowen’s chair and photograph through the season.

The Averill Park baseball and softball squads finished the season with state titles, a parade through the village and plans to honor their achievements in local schools.

The Plainedge baseball squad finished a remarkable campaign with a 5‑0 defeat in the state Class A championship, yet their 28 victories and first county‑level titles since 2012 left a lasting imprint.

The Averill Park baseball team completed a perfect tournament run, defeating Plainedge 5-0 and securing their fourth consecutive state title.

In a dramatic finish to the Section 2 Class A baseball championship, Gavin Herald delivered a walk-off RBI single in the seventh inning, securing a 2-1 win for Averill Park over Scotia-Glenville. The victory sets up a June 4 showdown against Section 7 champion Peru.