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Who are Gastonia, Shelby area baseball's top hitters? Here's a look TL;DR The top hitters in the Gastonia and Shelby area for high school baseball are highlighted, focusing on players' batting averages, hits, home runs, and RBIs. The regular season ends on May 1, with playoffs starting shortly after.
Key points Top hitters in Gastonia and Shelby area baseball are highlighted Focus on batting averages, hits, home runs, and RBIs Regular season ends on May 1, 2026 Playoff brackets unveiled on May 4, 2026 State championship series scheduled for May 27-30
Who are Gastonia, Shelby area baseball's top hitters? Here's a look
The final week of the 2026 high school baseball season is upon us .
Here’s a look at the top hitters in Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties, surveying players’ batting averages (minimum of 30 at bats), hits, home runs and RBIs through Friday, April 24.
Regular season action concludes May 1, with baseball playoff brackets unveiled Monday, May 4. Postseason action begins the following evening. Third- and fourth-round play is scheduled for May 12 and 15, respectively, with regional championship series to take place May 19-23. NCHSAA state championship series are scheduled for May 27-30.
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Batting Average
(min. 30 at bats)
Luke Rayfield, Crest: .561
Tucker Sigmon, North Lincoln: .537
Cole Hendrickson, South Point: .516
A.J. McClain, Ashbrook: .500
Jack Scholz, Stuart Cramer: .483
Noah Cooper, Gaston Christian: .481
Jackson Livingston, North Gaston: .481
Christian Cherry, Lincoln Chrter: .472
Blayne Richardson, Crest: .470
Canton Bare, Lincoln Charter: .458
Isaac Aycock, Forestview: .455
Jackson Swenson, Crest: .454
Gavin Smith, South Point: .448
Reed Osborne, Lincoln Charter: .446
Carsten Green, Gaston Christian: .444
Brock Melton, Crest: .443
Q&A Who are the top high school baseball hitters in Gastonia and Shelby? The article surveys the top hitters based on batting averages, hits, home runs, and RBIs in Cleveland, Gaston, and Lincoln counties.
When does the high school baseball regular season end in 2026? The regular season concludes on May 1, 2026.
What are the dates for the 2026 high school baseball playoffs in North Carolina? The playoffs begin on May 4, 2026, with postseason action continuing through May 30.
What criteria are used to determine the top hitters in the Gastonia area? Players are evaluated based on their batting averages, with a minimum of 30 at-bats, as well as their hits, home runs, and RBIs.
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Caleb Costner, Crest: .442
Brock Bumgardner, Cherryville: .439
Jonathan Kalmbach, South Point: .434
Chris Wurster, Stuart Cramer: .433
Hits
Tucker Sigmon, North Lincoln: 36
Canton Bare, Lincoln Charter: 33
Luke Rayfield, Crest: 32
Cole Hendrickson, South Point: 31
Jack Scholz, Stuart Cramer: 29
Chris Wurster, Stuart Cramer: 29
Carter Mason, North Gaston: 27
Cason McGinnis, North Lincoln: 27
Brock Melton, Crest: 27
Noah Cooper, Gaston Christian: 26
Greyson Evans, North Lincoln: 26
A.J. McClain, Ashbrook: 26
Connor Presley, East Lincoln: 26
Gavin Smith, South Point: 26
Isaac Aycock, Forestview: 25
Adam Rodgers, Lincoln Charter: 25
Reed Osborne, Lincoln Charter: 25
Christian Cherry, Lincoln Charter: 25
Jackson Swenson, Crest: 25
Four players with 24 RBIs
Home runs South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball's Gavin Smith slides into home plate during the Red Raiders' 5-3 win over Crest on April 23, 2026 in Belmont.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball's Gavin Smith slides into home plate during the Red Raiders' 5-3 win over Crest on April 23, 2026 in Belmont.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Who are Gastonia, Shelby area baseball's top hitters? Here's a look South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Here are our top photos from South Point-Crest high school baseball South Point baseball hosted Crest on Thursday, April 23 in Belmont. The Red Raiders won 5-3 to pull even in the Big South 5A/6A title race.
Eli Black, Crest: 6
Anthony Marano, Gaston Christian: 6
Luke Rayfield, Crest: 5
Canton Bare, Lincoln Charter: 4
Drew Dixon, Burns: 4
Xander Sutton, Gaston Christian: 4
Tyler Waterman, Lincoln Charter: 4
Noah Brown, Lincoln Charter: 3
Brock Bumgardner, Cherryville: 3
Christian Cherry, Lincoln Charter: 3
Reed Osborne, Lincoln Charter: 3
Riley Parker, Lincoln Charter: 3
Tucker Sigmon, North Lincoln: 3
Yates Toney, Burns: 3
10 players with two home runs
RBIs
Brock Bumgardner, Cherryville: 40
Luke Rayfield, Crest: 32
Tucker Sigmon, North Lincoln: 28
Jack Scholz, Stuart Cramer: 27
Elijah Cunningham, North Gaston: 27
Jack Scholz, Stuart Cramer: 27
Jonathan Kalmbach, South Point: 26
Carsten Green, Gaston Christian: 25
Christian Cherry, Lincoln Charter: 24
Elijah Cunningham, NOGA: 24
Cason McGinnis, North Lincoln: 24
Carter Rowe, Gaston Christian: 24
Carsten Green, Gaston Christian: 23
Jonathan Kalmbach, South Point: 23
Anthony Marano, Gaston Christian: 23
Carter Mason, North Gaston: 23
Carter Browning, Gaston Christian: 22
Camden Kanupp, North Gaston: 22
Anthony Marano, Gaston Christian: 22
Eli Black, Crest: 21
Kohen Boye, North Gaston: 21
Landry Ohmstead, Crest: 21
Reed Osborne, Lincoln Charter: 21
Gavin Smith, South Point: 21
Three with 20 RBIs
