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The 2025 high school baseball season in Southern California has concluded, showcasing standout players in the All-Star team from the CIF sections of Southern, San Diego, and Los Angeles City. Highlighted by Seth Hernandez’s exceptional skills, the season was filled with thrilling performances. The All-Star team features top pitchers and position players, demonstrating the remarkable talent in the region. With significant achievements and future prospects, fans eagerly await the next season.

Southern California High School Baseball Season Wraps Up with Exciting All-Star Team Announcement

The dust has settled on the 2025 high school baseball season in sunny Southern California, and what a thrilling season it was! It culminated in the announcement of the All-Star team, showcasing the brightest talents from the CIF sections of Southern, San Diego, and Los Angeles City. This year, fans and followers were treated to phenomenal performances that made selecting the standout players quite a task.

Player of the Year Crowned Again

Leading the charge this year is none other than Seth Hernandez from Corona High, who clinched the prestigious title of Player of the Year for an impressive second consecutive year. Hernandez had a remarkable season, showcasing his dual-threat capabilities on the diamond.

On the mound, Hernandez boasted a dazzling pitching record of 9-1 with an astonishing ERA of 0.39 across 11 appearances. He struck out an impressive 105 batters in just 53.1 innings, all while only issuing 7 walks. At the plate, he was no slouch either, hitting .300 with 30 hits, knocking in 30 RBIs, and belting out 7 home runs while crossing the plate 24 times in 31 games. That’s right, he is quite the powerhouse!

With a career pitching record now standing at 19-1 and a commitment to Vanderbilt University, Hernandez has also been named the 2025 National Gatorade Player of the Year and the 2024 California Gatorade Player of the Year. Baseball enthusiasts are already buzzing about the possibility of him being a first-round selection in the upcoming 2025 MLB Draft.

Star Pitching Prospects Shine

Another standout was Hunter Manning from West Ranch, who delivered a spectacular no-hitter against Sultana. Manning finished the season undefeated with a record of 10-0, an impressive ERA of 0.74, and a stellar 112 strikeouts over 75.2 innings, earning him the title of Foothill League Pitcher of the Year. He is committed to play at UC Irvine and made a big impact, pitching a complete game during the CIF Southern Section D2 championship win.

Meanwhile, Andy Rojo from St. John Bosco led his team to glory with a CIF Southern Section Division 1 title, finishing the season with a 30-4 record after toppling the number one ranked Corona in thrilling semifinal action.

Powerful Pitching Staff Selections

The pitching staff for the All-Star team is indeed impressive, featuring:

  • Jackson Eisenhauer (Crespi, Sr.): 6-1 record, 0.33 ERA, 52 strikeouts in 42 innings
  • Luke Bailey (Granite Hills, Sr.): A perfect 12-0 record and 1.03 ERA, with 75 strikeouts in 68 innings
  • Devin Gonor (El Camino Real, Sr.): 9-1 record and 1.41 ERA, notching 66 strikeouts in 64.1 innings
  • Brennan Bauer (Santa Margarita, Sr.): 11-3 record with a solid 2.19 ERA
  • Gary Morse (Orange Lutheran, Jr.): 8-2 record and a 0.94 ERA, capping off 65 strikeouts in 52.1 innings

All-Star Infield and Outfield Players Stand Out

The infield selections are no less impressive:

  • James Clark (St. John Bosco, Jr.): .411 average, 46 hits, 12 RBIs
  • Tommy Entrekin (Granite Hills, Sr.): .430 average with a whopping six home runs and 36 RBIs
  • Billy Carlson (Corona, Sr.): .365 average with six home runs
  • Quentin Young (Oaks Christian, Sr.): .390 average, hitting 14 home runs and recognized as the Marmonte League MVP

In the outfield, fans are celebrating some remarkable athletes:

  • Anthony Murphy (Corona, Jr.): .415 average with 49 hits and 39 runs
  • Brody Schumaker (Santa Margarita, Jr.): .356 average with 20 runs
  • Trevor Goldenetz (Huntington Beach, Jr.): .409 average with 36 hits
  • Anthony Pack (Long Beach Millikan, Jr.): .388 average and 31 hits
  • Canon King (Venice, Sr.): A jaw-dropping .480 average with 47 hits and six home runs

Utility Players Making Waves

Last but not least, Luke Howe from El Camino Real took the spot as utility player, also being crowned West Valley League MVP with a commendable 1.49 ERA.

This year’s All-Star selections highlight just how much talent Southern California has to offer in high school baseball. It’s a thrilling time, and we can’t wait to see what next season brings!

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