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MD Preseason Power 25: No. 3


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#3 Stephen Decatur Seahawks

Stephen Decatur is loaded once again on both sides of the ball in 2023 and on paper, as was true in 2022, has the makings to make a deep run and contend for a 3A State Championship. A tough and disappointing loss in the regional Semi-Finals should provide a substantial chip on the shoulders of the Seahawks. 

Ryan McLaughlin (Delaware), Gus Croll (Christopher Newport), Adam Gardner (Randolp-Macon) and Brooks Kendall (Delaware State) are four extremely talented arms and will look to lead the pitching staff in 2023. 

With McLaughlin and Croll headlining the offense, the Seahwaks are extremely balanced one through nine with the ability to score in bunches quickly. Senior Owen Knerr (Goldey-Beacom) and Junior AJ Kolb are two players to keep heavy eyes on, with Juniors Lucas Loring and Caden Shockley providing a spark throughout. An intriguing Freshman that should get vital playing time as well is Johnny Hobgood, and we expect a big season out of the athletic outfielder. 

 

Names To Know:




Ryan McLaughlin

Class of 2023 / RHP

Player Information

  • Graduating Class: 2023
  • Primary Position: RHP
    Secondary Position: RHP
  • High School: Stephen Decatur
    State: MD
  • Summer Team: East Coast Royals
  • Height: 6-2
    Weight: 195lbs
  • Bat/Throw: R/R




Gus Croll

Class of 2023 / OF

Player Information

  • Graduating Class: 2023
  • Primary Position: OF
    Secondary Position: RHP
  • High School: Stephen Decatur
    State: MD
  • Summer Team: DCP Rawlings 2023
  • Height: 6-1
    Weight: 180lbs
  • Bat/Throw: R/R




AJ Kolb

Class of 2024 / SS

Player Information

  • Graduating Class: 2024
  • Primary Position: SS
    Secondary Position: OF
  • High School: Stephen Decatur
    State: MD
  • Summer Team: Richmond Braves 17U Platinum Prospects
  • Height: 5-10
    Weight: 165lbs
  • Bat/Throw: R/R




Owen Knerr

Class of 2023 / 3B

Player Information

  • Graduating Class: 2023
  • Primary Position: 3B
    Secondary Position: RHP
  • High School: Stephen Decatur
    State: MD
  • Summer Team: East Coast Royals 17u
  • Height: 6-2
    Weight: 205lbs
  • Bat/Throw: R/R




Johnny Hobgood

Class of 2026 / OF

Player Information

  • Graduating Class: 2026
  • Primary Position: OF
    Secondary Position: RHP
  • High School: Stephen Decatur
    State: MD
  • Height: 6-0
    Weight: 175.7lbs
  • Bat/Throw: R/R




Caden Shockley

Class of 2024 / OF

Player Information

  • Graduating Class: 2024
  • Primary Position: OF
  • High School: Stephen Decatur
    State: MD
  • Summer Team: East Coast Royals
  • Height: 5-9
    Weight: 170lbs
  • Bat/Throw: R/R