PUTNAM COUNTY
The Gatewood boys’ and girls’ basketball programs recently celebrated their seasons with a banquet. During the event, several Gators and Lady Gators were honored for their performances on the court.
Nearly half of only 12 All-Region selections went to the Gatewood boys, with Kaden Keiser, Jackson Morris, Blake Callaway, Walker Roberts and Matt Allen all receiving honors for their play this season.
Also, senior Anna Williamson and junior Carly Cannon were All-Region selections for the girls’ team. Williamson, the lone senior for the Lady Gators in 2022-23, also garnered All-State honors.
Several Gatewood boys and girls players from each squad also earned individual team awards.
Girls: Anna Williamson (MVP); Carly Cannon (Best Offensive); Natalie Sills (Best Defensive); London Durden and Riley Roberts (Most Improved); Sarah Mansfield (Coaches Award); Lauren Paxson (Rookie of the Year).
Boys: Jake Rich and JT Gregory (Most Improved); Matt Allen (Best Offensive); Carson Fried and Blake Callaway (Most Rebounds); Harrison Kelly (Coaches Award); Jackson Morris (MVP); Adam Harvey and Walker Roberts (Hustle Award); Kaiden Keiser (Best Defensive, Most Assists).
The Lady Gators went 15-12 overall this past season and made it to the second round of the GIAA Class AA playoffs. The Gators went 22-5 overall and their season ended in the Class AA semifinals.