Caylem Richardson

Morgan County’s Caylem Richardson had an outstanding postseason on the mound, striking out 25 batters over 24 1/3 innings while allowing just four hits and four runs. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Morgan County’s Caylem Richardson had an outstanding postseason on the mound, striking out 25 batters over 24 1/3 innings while allowing just four hits and four runs. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

‘Big Papi’ delivers for Bulldogs in postseason

STATESBORO — When Morgan County needed someone to steady the ship on the biggest stage in program history, Caylem “Big Papi” Richardson answered the call.Twice.
Morgan County baseball seniors Hudson Reed (left), Caylem Richardson (middle), and Ty Tillery (right) held a signing ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 12, in the school’s auditorium. CONTRIBUTED

Morgan County baseball seniors Hudson Reed (left), Caylem Richardson (middle), and Ty Tillery (right) held a signing ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 12, in the school’s auditorium. CONTRIBUTED

Morgan County baseball players sign to play at next level

The Morgan County baseball team recently had three players sign letters of intent to play at the next level.On Nov. 12, seniors Ty Tillery, Caylem Richardson, and Hudson Reed held a signing ceremony in the school’s auditorium.
Hudson Reed was named Region 2-AA Player of the Year. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Hudson Reed was named Region 2-AA Player of the Year. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Diamond Dogs rack up All-Region honors

In 2025, the Morgan County baseball team had a successful postseason run, advancing to the Class AA state semifinals. Following the season, nearly a dozen Diamond Dogs were named to the All-Region team.
Caylem Richardson celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Caylem Richardson celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run. LANCE McCURLEY/Staff

Richardson helps Dogs down Appling to reach Final Four

Caylem Richardson led top-seed Morgan County to its first semifinal appearance since 2018 with a significant win over No. 8 Appling County on May 8.