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All-City Awards Honor Top Pittsburgh Baseball & Softball Stars
29 May
Summary
- All-City Awards recognize top Pittsburgh baseball and softball players.
- Softball players are honored for the first time in the award's history.
- Obama Academy won the City League baseball title, Carrick the softball title.
The Pittsburgh Hardball Academy is celebrating the conclusion of the City League's baseball and softball seasons by honoring outstanding student-athletes. The All-City Awards, now in their third year, will be presented Thursday evening at the Pittsburgh Hardball Academy Training and Education Center in Shadyside.
This year marks a significant expansion as softball players are being honored for the first time. Additionally, both Perry and Westinghouse high schools have honorees, a first for the awards. Selection was based on regular season statistics and input from coaches.
In baseball, Obama Academy achieved an undefeated 8-0 record for the regular-season title and went on to win the playoff championship. Their season concluded with a PIAA Class 4A subdivisional loss. In softball, Carrick dominated, claiming the regular-season crown with a perfect record and winning the playoff championship.
The Raiders finished their season with a strong record before their own PIAA Class 4A regional championship game loss. The All-City Awards aim to recognize excellence both on the field and in the classroom, as well as community involvement.
