All student-athletes planning to participate in sports for the 2026-2027 school year must have a current physical on file dated after April 1st. This is a great opportunity to get it completed. Date: Friday, April 10th Where: Check in begins at 3:30 PM in the New Gym Cost: $25 Cash or Check made out to Self Regional **Last check in time- 5:30 PM You can pick up a physical form in the Athletic Office or get one online at www.emeraldathletics.net under Athletic Forms. ...

Emerald City Classic 2026 Set to Open Eight-Day High School Baseball Showcase The Emerald City Classic returns this Friday as eight high school baseball programs from across South Carolina gather for an eight-day early-season tournament at Emerald High School. The 2026 Emerald City Classic will run February 27 through March 7, featuring pool play competition followed by a full championship slate on Saturday, March 7. The event provides teams with a competitive early-season test while giving fans a full week of quality baseball action. This year’s field includes: Pool A Emerald Ninety Six Clinton BHP Pool B Laurens Mid-Carolina Greenville North Augusta TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE Friday, February 27 5:00 PM – Laurens vs Greenville 7:30 PM – Emerald vs Clinton Saturday, February 28 10:30 AM – North Augusta vs Greenville 1:00 PM – Emerald vs Ninety Six 3:30 PM – Clinton vs BHP 6:00 PM – Laurens vs Mid-Carolina Monday, March 2 5:00 PM – North Augusta vs Mid-Carolina 7:30 PM – Ninety Six vs BHP Tuesday, March 3 5:00 PM – Laurens vs North Augusta 7:30 PM – Emerald vs BHP Wednesday, March 4 5:00 PM – Clinton vs Ninety Six 7:30 PM – Mid-Carolina vs Greenville Thursday, March 5 – Rain Makeup Day Friday, March 6 – Rain Makeup Day Saturday, March 7 – Championship Day 10:30 AM – Pool A 4th vs Pool B 4th 1:00 PM – Pool A 3rd vs Pool B 3rd 3:30 PM – Pool A 2nd vs Pool B 2nd 6:00 PM – Pool B 1st vs Pool A 1st (Championship – No Time Limit) All games are played with a 2.5-hour time limit (finish the inning), except for the championship game, which has no time limit. TICKET INFORMATION • $7 Daily Admission • $25 Tournament Pass • Tickets available at GoFan.co or cash at the gate TEAM PREVIEWS EMERALD VIKINGS 2025 Record: 10–16 (5–10 Region I AAAA) Season Outlook: Young core building on playoff experience Strengths • Versatile pitching staff led by junior Finn Howard • Top four offensive producers return • Promising underclass depth Key Players Finn Howard (Jr., P/INF) Coleson Marino (So., P/OF) Beau Hite (So., SS/P) Eli Swancey (C/3B/P) Emerald returns valuable varsity experience and will look to continue developing its young core while competing at a high level early in the season. NINETY SIX WILDCATS Season Outlook: Veteran roster with region title aspirations Strengths • Nearly 90% of production returns • Region Player of the Year back in the lineup • Deep and experienced pitching staff Key Players Parker Sutley (Jr., P/C – All-State) Austin Wertz (Sr., 1B/P – All-Region) Carver Davis (Sr., OF – All-Region) Eli Schoolfield (Jr., P/OF) Ryton Goff (Jr., P/INF) The Wildcats bring experience, depth, and high expectations into the 2026 campaign. CLINTON RED DEVILS 2025 Record: 21–8, District Champions Strengths • Six returning All-Region players • Experienced rotation • Balanced offensive lineup Key Players Camden Finley Luke Young Tanner Finley Jaydon Glenn Talen Campbell Clinton enters 2026 motivated to build on last season’s Upper State appearance. BHP BEARS Season Outlook: Blend of experienced contributors and emerging talent Strengths • Two returning starting arms • All-Region performers back • Competitive depth throughout roster Key Players Aidan Jenkins (P/IF – All-Region) Preston Dixon (OF – All-Region) Jud Lowie Rhett Turner Landon Davis (Returning from ACL injury) BHP looks to establish rotation depth early and identify key contributors. LAURENS RAIDERS Season Outlook: Youthful but athletic roster Strengths • Speed and athleticism • Sophomore standout Noah Hughes • Continued postseason culture Key Players Noah Hughes (So., P/1B) Ryland Paxton (Sr., RHP) Logan Martin (Jr., 1B/P) Brayden Patterson (Jr., MI/CF) Laurens enters the season looking to build on five straight district championship appearances. MID-CAROLINA REBELS 2025 Record: 23–9, Upper State appearance Strengths • Strong up-the-middle defense • Deep pitching staff • Veteran leadership Key Players Colby Livingstone (Sr., SS/P) SMC Commit Lawson Lawrence (Sr., P) Coker Commit Luke Milling (Jr., P) Landen Wicker (OF/P) Davis Ruff (C/INF) Tanner Shell (INF) Mid-Carolina brings balance and postseason experience into 2026. GREENVILLE RED RAIDERS Season Outlook: Bounce-back year with experienced pitching depth Strengths • Two returning region starters • Deep pitching staff • Experienced infield core Key Players Hayden Laird (Jr., INF) Jack Lerstang (Jr., P/CF) John Carlise (Sr., OF/P) Griffin Gowens (So., SS) Greenville looks to turn promising underclass experience into consistent production. NORTH AUGUSTA YELLOW JACKETS Season Outlook: Veteran-heavy roster with collegiate commitments Strengths • 14 seniors • College-level pitching depth • Eight returning starters Key Players Landen Jones (Coastal Carolina commit) Simeon Lorier (SMC commit) Brady Jenkins (SMC commit) Dylan Morrison (USCB commit) North Augusta enters the Classic as one of the most experienced teams in the field. BROADCAST INFORMATION All Emerald games and the Championship Game will be streamed live on the Lakelands Sports Network. Watch live at: https://youtube.com/@lakelandssportsnetwork?si=q5AoVxHmC2yqUsEB PARKING INFORMATION Spectators should park in the Gate 3 Gym Lot. Tournament entry will be located at the bottom of the hill at the Football Gate. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to allow time for parking and entry before first pitch. ABOUT SIMPSON SPORTS MEDIA Simpson Sports Media is a South Carolina–based media and public relations firm specializing in high school athletics. The company provides weekly game notes, full-season media guides, live broadcasts, and public relations coordination designed to help athletic departments tell their stories with clarity, consistency, and professionalism.Simpson Sports Media partners directly with schools, tournaments, and organizations to deliver college-level media operations at the high school level. MEDIA CONTACT Graeme Simpson President, Simpson Sports Media ?? graeme@simpsonsportsmedia.com...