As the 2024–2025 GHSA Class AAA State Baseball Championship approaches, four North Georgia teams—Pickens, Dawson County, Gilmer, and Lumpkin County—are poised to make their mark in the postseason.
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### **Pickens Dragons: Region 7 Champions**
The Pickens Dragons (25–5) clinched the Region 7-AAA title, earning the top seed and the opportunity to host the first round of the state playoffs. Their opening matchup is against Peach County, the third seed from Region 2. The Dragons’ impressive season, highlighted by a strong 17–4 region record, positions them as formidable contenders in the tournament.
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### **Dawson County Tigers: Region 7 Runners-Up**
Finishing second in Region 7, the Dawson County Tigers (22–6) secured a home series in the first round of the playoffs. They will face Oconee County, the third seed from Region 8. The Tigers’ consistent performance throughout the season reflects their readiness for postseason competition.
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### **Gilmer Bobcats: Third in Region 7**
The Gilmer Bobcats (12–14) earned the third seed from Region 7 and will travel to face Luella, the second seed from Region 5, in the opening round. Despite a challenging season, the Bobcats demonstrated resilience, securing their spot in the playoffs through key victories and determination.
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### **Lumpkin County Indians: Fourth Seed from Region 7**
Rounding out the Region 7 representatives, the Lumpkin County Indians (10–15) claimed the fourth seed and are set to play at Harlem, the top seed from Region 4. The Indians’ season featured notable performances, including standout contributions from players like Harper Davenport, who ranked in the top 19 in Division AAA for punt return yards average.
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The first round of the GHSA Class AAA State Baseball Championship is scheduled for April 25–26, 2025. As these North Georgia teams embark on their playoff journeys, their communities rally behind them, anticipating thrilling matchups and potential upsets in the quest for a state title.
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