Georgia Dugout Club Announces 2025 All-State Games Selection Committee
ATLANTA, GA – The Georgia Dugout Club has officially announced the members of the 2025 All-State Games Selection Committee and Coaching Staff, the group responsible for building this year’s rosters for one of Georgia high school softball’s most prestigious events.
The 2025 GADC All-State Games will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves. The event will showcase 80 of the state’s top senior softball players, highlighting the depth of talent across every GHSA classification.
Building the Rosters
To ensure fairness, classification balance, and statewide representation, the All-State rosters are chosen by a panel of highly respected coaches and leaders from across Georgia. This committee considers not only player statistics but also leadership, sportsmanship, and overall program impact.
Executive Committee
Regional Representatives
Region 1: Brad Thompson (Effingham County) Kyle Cartledge (Greenbrier)
Region 2: Lee Kicklighter (Mary Persons), Cali Barron (Carrollton)
Region 3: Sydney Karastury (Northside Columbus)
Region 4: Michael Thompson (West Laurens), Emily Wilson (Archer)
Region 5: Tonya Carlisle (Cherokee), Jennifer Jessup (Johnson County)
Region 6: Jennifer Maloney (Creekview), Kevin Foster (Kell)
Region 7: Cameron Crawford (Seckinger), Brad Strickland (Allatoona)
Region 8: Bobby Buford (Dacula) Heather Wood (Eastside)
A Committee Built on Leadership
“The Georgia Dugout Club All-State Games are more than just an exhibition—they are a recognition of excellence in our sport,” said Matt East, GADC President for Softball. “This year’s selection committee reflects a deep pool of experience, regional knowledge, and commitment to ensuring that every deserving senior across the state has the opportunity to be recognized.”
The committee will begin its review of nominations on October 20, 2025, immediately after the nomination deadline closes on October 17. Final rosters will be crafted to highlight talent, positional diversity, and geographic balance across Georgia.
About the 2025 All-State Games
The 2025 GADC All-State Games will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves. The event will showcase 80 of the state’s top senior softball players, highlighting the depth of talent across every GHSA classification.
Building the Rosters
To ensure fairness, classification balance, and statewide representation, the All-State rosters are chosen by a panel of highly respected coaches and leaders from across Georgia. This committee considers not only player statistics but also leadership, sportsmanship, and overall program impact.
Executive Committee
- David McDonald – Executive Director
- Lisa Chapman (Sequoyah) – Executive Secretary, Softball
- Matt East (East Coweta) – President, Softball
- Tonya Carlisle (Cherokee) – Vice President, Softball
- Jennifer Maloney (Creekview) – Vice President, Softball
- Taylor Barber (Colquitt County) – Vice President, Softball
- Eliie Viland (Pope) - Secretary , Softball
- John Dimitri (Marion County) - Executive Assistant
Regional Representatives
Region 1: Brad Thompson (Effingham County) Kyle Cartledge (Greenbrier)
Region 2: Lee Kicklighter (Mary Persons), Cali Barron (Carrollton)
Region 3: Sydney Karastury (Northside Columbus)
Region 4: Michael Thompson (West Laurens), Emily Wilson (Archer)
Region 5: Tonya Carlisle (Cherokee), Jennifer Jessup (Johnson County)
Region 6: Jennifer Maloney (Creekview), Kevin Foster (Kell)
Region 7: Cameron Crawford (Seckinger), Brad Strickland (Allatoona)
Region 8: Bobby Buford (Dacula) Heather Wood (Eastside)
A Committee Built on Leadership
“The Georgia Dugout Club All-State Games are more than just an exhibition—they are a recognition of excellence in our sport,” said Matt East, GADC President for Softball. “This year’s selection committee reflects a deep pool of experience, regional knowledge, and commitment to ensuring that every deserving senior across the state has the opportunity to be recognized.”
The committee will begin its review of nominations on October 20, 2025, immediately after the nomination deadline closes on October 17. Final rosters will be crafted to highlight talent, positional diversity, and geographic balance across Georgia.
About the 2025 All-State Games
- Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Location: Truist Park, Atlanta, GA
- Participants: 80 of Georgia’s top senior softball players
- Host: Georgia Dugout Club, in partnership with the Atlanta Braves