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Kaleb Huffman Named 2024 Sunbelt Baseball League Player Of The Year
8-30-2024 - Kaleb Huffman has been named the 2024 Sunbelt Baseball League Player Of The Year. The Coastal Carolina first baseman terrorized SBL Pitchers all summer and was a long ball threat nearly every at bat. An amazing 14 of Huffman's 29 hits left the ball park! Huffman led the league in homeruns (14) and RBI (41) and posted an OPS of 1.179 and Slugged a .784.
Congratulations to Kaleb Huffman on a great 2024 Season!
ALLAN, ANDERSON & HUFFMAN ACHIEVE ALL SBL TEAM HONORS FOR 2024 SEASON
ALLAN, ANDERSON & HUFFMAN ACHIEVE ALL SBL TEAM HONORS FOR 2024 SEASON
ALLAN, ANDERSON & HUFFMAN ACHIEVE ALL SBL TEAM HONORS FOR 2024 SEASON
8-18-2024 - A trio of Crackers are named to the All SBL Team for the 2024 season. Cracker shortstop Trevor Allan, EH and Outfielder Jaden Anderson and first baseman Kaleb Huffman were named to the team.
Congratulations to these gentlemen for outstanding summers.
Cracker Players Among League Leaders for 2024 Season
ALLAN, ANDERSON & HUFFMAN ACHIEVE ALL SBL TEAM HONORS FOR 2024 SEASON
ALLAN, ANDERSON & HUFFMAN ACHIEVE ALL SBL TEAM HONORS FOR 2024 SEASON
After outstanding Summers, several Cracker players are expected to be honored by the Sunbelt Baseball League.
Cracker lefthander Colt McKibben led the league in wins (5) and strikeouts (51) and was one of the most consistent pitchers in the league this summer.
Cracker first baseman Kaleb Huffman destroyed Sunbelt League pitchers all Summer. Huffman led the league in homeruns (14) and RBI (41) and posted an OPS of 1.179 and Slugged a .784.
EH Jaden Anderson and shortstop Trevor Allan are also among the leagues top performers for 2024.
League accolades are expected some time this week!
Monsters win SBL title
Crackers Fall 5-4 To Monsters In Game 1
Crackers Fall 5-4 To Monsters In Game 1
The Choccolocco Monsters defeated the Crackers 8-1 Friday night in Suwanee to win the 2024 Sunbelt League Championship.
Crackers Fall 5-4 To Monsters In Game 1
Crackers Fall 5-4 To Monsters In Game 1
Crackers Fall 5-4 To Monsters In Game 1
Despite homeruns from Kaleb Huffman and Jaden Anderson, the Crackers lost game 1 of the SBL Championship series 5-4 Wednesday night in Oxford.
Crackers Travel To oxford for Championship series with monsters
7/31/2024-The Crackers travel to Oxford Alabama to begin the Championship series against the #1 seed, the Choccolocco Monsters.
Game 1 Wednesday 7/31 at 7:05pm CT.
Game 2 - Friday 8/2 at Peachtree Ridge.
Game 3 (If necessary) - Saturday 8/3 Choccolocco Park
Crackers Shock Gol Diggers. Sweep Doubleheader to advance to Finals
The Crackers defeated Gainesville 5-3 and 11-0 to sweep the semi final series and advance to the SBL finals.
DONALDSON, ROTHCHILD LEAD CRACKERS TO 3–1 VICTORY. Advance To Semi Finals
The Crackers advanced to the 2024 Sunbelt League semi finals after defeating the Alpharetta Aviators 3–1 Monday night at Peachtree Ridge.
Post Game Interviews
Crackers Over Aviators 15-6
Crackers Win 7-6 Over Alpharetta Friday Night
Crackers Win 7-6 Over Alpharetta Friday Night
Cracker bats come alive in seventeen hit attack winning 15 to 6 over the Aviators Saturday night.
Crackers Win 7-6 Over Alpharetta Friday Night
Crackers Win 7-6 Over Alpharetta Friday Night
Crackers Win 7-6 Over Alpharetta Friday Night
The Crackers hung on and defeated the Aviators Friday night at Peachtree Ridge 7-6.
Coach Meistickle Post Game Comments
DOUBLEHEADER SWEEP. CRACKERS WIN 5-4, 2-1
Crackers lose in extra innings to the Cannons
DOUBLEHEADER SWEEP. CRACKERS WIN 5-4, 2-1
The Crackers scratched out two wins Wednesday night against a gritty Blues team, winning game one 5-4 and the night cap 2-1.
Comeback Crackers! Win 8–7
Crackers lose in extra innings to the Cannons
DOUBLEHEADER SWEEP. CRACKERS WIN 5-4, 2-1
After falling behind early 7–0, the Crackers slowly peck away eventually scoring the go ahead run to win Saturday night in Cartersville, 8–7. Cracker Pitcher Gavin Mask pitched 5.1 innings in relief retiring 13 straight hitters and Kaleb Huffman added two hits and three RBI in the win. Jaden Anderson also added two hits. Tams Mullins closed out the last two innings to preserve the Cracker win.
Crackers lose in extra innings to the Cannons
Crackers lose in extra innings to the Cannons
Crackers lose in extra innings to the Cannons
The Crackers lost in ten innings to the Cartersville Cannons 4-3.
Game two of the series is Saturday night at 7:05pm from Georgia Highlands College.
Crackers lose doubleheader. Game 1, 8–7, game 2, 10–2.
Crackers lose doubleheader. Game 1, 8–7, game 2, 10–2.
Crackers lose doubleheader. Game 1, 8–7, game 2, 10–2.
The Crackers mounted a late game come back in game one, scoring four in the seventh only to lose in extra innings 8–7 to the Monsters Sunday evening. Crackers committed four errors in the game. Trevor Allan had 3 hits and Kaleb Huffman hammered his fifth homerun of the season. Parker Ladd added two hits.
Game two was a struggle as the Crackers got down quickly 3-0 in the first inning. The defensive woes continued with three more errors by the Cracker defense prolonged innings and gave the Monsters multiple chances at scoring. Monster starter Andrew Allen held the Cracker offense to just one hit over five innings while striking out nine. The team never recovered losing 10–2.
McKibben Masterful. Crackers blank monsters 2-0
Crackers lose doubleheader. Game 1, 8–7, game 2, 10–2.
Crackers lose doubleheader. Game 1, 8–7, game 2, 10–2.
Lefthander Colt McKibben struck out nine and allowed only one hit in five masterful innings Friday night in Oxford as the Crackers shut out the Monsters at Choccolocco Park 2-0. Jaden Anderson homered and both Kaleb Huffman and Trevor Allan added two hits each.
The same two teams meet Saturday (6/29) for a doubleheader starting at 5:05pm (Cst).
Game Highlights
GOL DIGGERS 7-6 OVER CRACKERS
GOL DIGGERS TOO MUCH FOR CRACKERS
GOL DIGGERS TOO MUCH FOR CRACKERS
The Crackers fell 7–6 to Gainesville Friday night at Peachtree Ridge.
GOL DIGGERS TOO MUCH FOR CRACKERS
GOL DIGGERS TOO MUCH FOR CRACKERS
GOL DIGGERS TOO MUCH FOR CRACKERS
The visiting Gainesville Gol Diggers defeated the Crackers Monday night at Lions Field at Peachtree Ridge 9–3.
Game two of the series will be Wednesday evening back at Peachtree Ridge. First pitch 7:05 PM.
CRACKERS LOSE 7-5 TO WILD THINGS
CRACKERS LOSE 7-5 TO WILD THINGS
CRACKERS LOSE 7-5 TO WILD THINGS
6/12/2024 - The Crackers trailed early and were never able to overcome an early 3–0 lead from Waleska.
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CRACKERS WIN WILD ONE IN WALESKA
CRACKERS LOSE 7-5 TO WILD THINGS
CRACKERS LOSE 7-5 TO WILD THINGS
The Crackers outlasted the Wild Things Monday night in Waleska, winning 12-11 handing Waleska their first loss of the 2024 season.
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Cracker centerfielder Charlie Banks hammered two home runs and drove in four runs while going 4 for 4. Jaden Anderson was 3 for 5 and Kaleb Huffman also homered driving in two.
Crackers Hang On Late To Win 8-7
Crackers Hang On Late To Win 8-7
Crackers Hang On Late To Win 8-7
Three innings of strong relief pitching from Tam Mullins and a five RBI night from Cracker first baseman Kaleb Huffman helped the team to its first win of the season.
Box Score
Crackers travel to Waleska on Monday to start a two game series with the Wild Things. 7:05pm start for both games.
Gol Diggers beat Crackers 11-3
Crackers Hang On Late To Win 8-7
Crackers Hang On Late To Win 8-7
A five run fourth inning proved to be too
much for the Crackers to overcome in a fourteen hit attack from the Gol Diggers Friday night in Gainesville. The Crackers scattered just five hits with the highlight being a ninth inning solo home run from Charlie Banks.
Game 2 is Saturday evening from Riverside Preparatory Academy in Gainesville.
First Pitch will be 6:35pm
Riverside Preparatory Academy
2001 Riverside Drive
Gainesville, GA 30501
Rothchild hits grand slam. Crackers walk off the bucks 8–5.
Rothchild hits grand slam. Crackers walk off the bucks 8–5.
Rothchild hits grand slam. Crackers walk off the bucks 8–5.
The Cracker bats came to life late. Scoring three in the ninth and four in the 10th. Drew Rothchild’s grand slam seals the deal for the Crackers . They win 8–5 Wednesday night. Christian Donaldson was masterful over five innings, allowing just three hits while striking out four.
Box Score
Game Highlight: Rothchild’s Slam
Bucks Best the Crackers 8–5
Rothchild hits grand slam. Crackers walk off the bucks 8–5.
Rothchild hits grand slam. Crackers walk off the bucks 8–5.
Crackers cannot overcome a five run sixth inning and fall Monday night to the Brookhaven Bucks,8–5.
Jaden Anderson homers in the 2nd
Post game interview - Nicko Kostopolous
Same two teams back at it again Wednesday night from Peachtree Ridge. Game time 7:35 PM.
Huffman Homers 3 Times. Cracker Bats Come Alive. Blast Wild Things 13-6
Huffman Homers 3 Times. Cracker Bats Come Alive. Blast Wild Things 13-6
Huffman Homers 3 Times. Cracker Bats Come Alive. Blast Wild Things 13-6
The Crackers beat the Wild Things tonight 13-6. The Crackers pounded out sixteen hits. Kaleb Huffman hit three homeruns in the game and drove in five runs. Jaden Anderson smashed two homeruns and Drew Rothchild added one as well.Jayson Barber pitched four innings in relief to pick up the win.
Huffman’s three homer night
Streak Over At Four. Crackers Win 9-2 over Wild things
Huffman Homers 3 Times. Cracker Bats Come Alive. Blast Wild Things 13-6
Huffman Homers 3 Times. Cracker Bats Come Alive. Blast Wild Things 13-6
Crackers Win 10-7 Over Aviators
Donaldson K’s ten but Crackers lose in 10th, 2-1
Donaldson K’s ten but Crackers lose in 10th, 2-1
The Crackers outlasted the Aviators tonight in an error filled game, winning 10-7. Read recap here
The Crackers next series will be at Brookhaven this weekend to battle the Bucks.
Donaldson K’s ten but Crackers lose in 10th, 2-1
Donaldson K’s ten but Crackers lose in 10th, 2-1
Donaldson K’s ten but Crackers lose in 10th, 2-1
The Crackers lost Monday night in extra innings 2-1 to the Aviators. Cracker pitcher Christian Donaldson scattered five hits and struck out ten hitters. Reliever Charlie Hendrix added three more strikeouts but was credited with the loss after an errant throw to first base by Cracker third baseman Parker Ladd allowed the go ahead run to score.
Game 2 is Wednesday and is scheduled for 7:05PM start
Crackers Set To Open Historic 42nd Season
Crackers Set To Open Historic 42nd Season
Crackers Set To Open Historic 42nd Season
We are just days away from beginning the 2024 Sunbelt Baseball League season and the 42nd season for the Crackers.
The Crackers will open the 2024 season Monday, June 3rd against the visiting Choccolocco Monsters. Game time is 7:05 PM at Lions Field at Peachtree Ridge.
Game two of the series will be on Wednesday June 5th also at 7:05 PM.
Admission for all games is $8.00 at the gate.
Children 10 and under are free.
Active-Duty service members and Veterans who present a military ID are admitted free.
Hold on to your tickets for in game prizes announced during the 7th inning stretch!
Opening Day June 3rd Against the monsters
Crackers Set To Open Historic 42nd Season
Crackers Set To Open Historic 42nd Season
Opening Day is June 3rd as the Crackers battle the Monsters. First pitch set for 7:05PM at Lions Field at Peachtree Ridge High School.
General Admission is $8.00.
Tickets are CASH ONLY and will be available at the gate prior to all games.
Children 10 and under are free.
And as always, Active-duty service members and veterans with valid ID are admitted free.
Saturday Rain Out Ends Regular Season. Crackers To Host Aviators Monday
Saturday Rain Out Ends Regular Season. Crackers To Host Aviators Monday
Saturday Rain Out Ends Regular Season. Crackers To Host Aviators Monday
Saturday’s game against the Blues was cancelled due to rain, ending the regular season for the Crackers. The Crackers finish 16–11 and third overall for the 2024 SBL season.
The Crackers will host the Alpharetta Aviators beginning Monday in the playoffs.
First pitch set for 7:05 PM from Lions Field at Peachtree Ridge high school.
Crackers Beat The Blues 8-5
Saturday Rain Out Ends Regular Season. Crackers To Host Aviators Monday
Saturday Rain Out Ends Regular Season. Crackers To Host Aviators Monday
The Crackers came back to beat the Atlanta Blues Friday night at Georgia State University Baseball Complex, 8-5.
Crackers over Cannons. Win 6-3
Crackers over Cannons. Win 6-3
Crackers over Cannons. Win 6-3
The Crackers defeated the Cannons tonight 6-3.
Cracker starter Colt McKibben (4-0) struck out five over five innings of work, scattering four hits and three runs earning his fourth win on the season. Jaden Anderson would homer in the fifth, a solo shot. Anderson is hitting .369 for the Summer. Trevor Allan and Davis Roesler would have two hits each on the night.
After McKibben completed the fifth, the Cracker bullpen would shut down the rest of the game, not allowing a baserunner over the last four innings. Jacob Autry faced the minimum over his three innings retiring all nine hitters he faced, striking out five. Jayson Barber would pitch a perfect ninth, striking out all three hitters to earn the save.
Post Game Interview with Jacob Autry
Post Game Interview with Coach Autry
Cannons Blast Crackers 15-1
Crackers over Cannons. Win 6-3
Crackers over Cannons. Win 6-3
The Crackers lost 15-1 Monday night to the Cartersville Cannons
Cartersville pitchers held the Crackers to just five hits. The Crackers would score their lone run in the sixth on a wild pitch. Cracker starter Charlie Hendrix would allow six runs and scatter six hits over four innings of work. Hendrix would allow a fourth inning homerun to Cartersville's Kensky Thomas, who would collect three hits while driving in five runs on the night. The Cracker bullpen would not be able to contain the Cannons after Hendrix would be lifted after the fourth, giving up nine more runs over the final three innings of the run ruled seven inning game.
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Game 2 Wednesday. First Pitch set for 7:05pm.
More 2024 Cracker Baseball News
Wednesday (6/5/2024) Game Postponed
Despite Late Game Come Back, Crackers Fall 11-10 In Home Opener
Despite Late Game Come Back, Crackers Fall 11-10 In Home Opener
6/5/2024 - Wednesday nights (6/5) game against the Monsters at Peachtree Ridge has been postponed due to heavy rain and poor field conditions. The game will be rescheduled at a later date.
Crackers now prepare for Friday’s game on the road at Gainesville!
Despite Late Game Come Back, Crackers Fall 11-10 In Home Opener
Despite Late Game Come Back, Crackers Fall 11-10 In Home Opener
Despite Late Game Come Back, Crackers Fall 11-10 In Home Opener
Despite a late inning comeback, the Crackers weren't able to overcome a six run fourth inning, losing the 2024 home opener tonight against the Choccolocco Monsters.
Game 2 will be Wednesday night at 7:05 from Peachtree Ridge.
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Meistickle Encouraged by Comeback attitude
Despite Late Game Come Back, Crackers Fall 11-10 In Home Opener
Meistickle Encouraged by Comeback attitude
Cracker Manager encouraged to see comeback attitude from the 2024 team.
Crackers Win Over Bucks, 15-8
Huffman homers three times. Crackers hammer the bucks 12–0.
Huffman homers three times. Crackers hammer the bucks 12–0.
The Crackers defeated the Brookhaven Bucks Saturday night, 15-8. The Crackers would have some defensive woes that allowed Brookhaven to overcome an early 4-0 deficit after Cracker left fielder Davis Roesler slugged a grand slam. Kaleb Huffman would hit his league leading 13th homer.
Huffman homers three times. Crackers hammer the bucks 12–0.
Huffman homers three times. Crackers hammer the bucks 12–0.
Huffman homers three times. Crackers hammer the bucks 12–0.
The Crackers exploded Friday night for 12 runs on 13 hits, hammering the Brookhaven Bucks 12–0.
Kaleb Huffman homered three times in the game and was 3 for 4 with six runs batted in. Huffman has two, three homer games to his credit and currently leads the league with 12.
Gavin Mask went five innings striking out six to earn the win.
Game 2 Saturday night at 6:35pm