Top High School Baseball Teams Face Off in Score Atlanta Doubleheader

West Forsyth vs. Norcross and Greater Atlanta Christian vs. Hebron Christian highlight first televised games of the season

Feb. 24, 2026 at 4:48pm

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The Score Atlanta High School Baseball Game of the Week series kicks off on Tuesday, February 24th with a doubleheader featuring some of the top programs in the Atlanta area. The first game will be a matchup between West Forsyth and Norcross, followed by Greater Atlanta Christian taking on Hebron Christian. All the action will be broadcast live on the Peachtree Sports Network and streamed on the Atlanta News First app.

Why it matters

This doubleheader showcases the strength of high school baseball in the Atlanta region, with several teams expected to contend for state championships this season. The Score Atlanta series aims to bring more exposure to these talented programs and players, while also providing an exciting viewing experience for local fans.

The details

The first game of the doubleheader features a battle between West Forsyth and Norcross. West Forsyth is looking to defend its Region 6 title from last season, led by a deep senior class. Norcross, meanwhile, is off to a 6-0 start and looking to make the playoffs after missing out last year. The nightcap pits Greater Atlanta Christian against Hebron Christian in a rematch of a close game from 2025, when Hebron Christian rallied late to win 13-10.

  • The doubleheader will take place on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
  • Game 1 (West Forsyth vs. Norcross) will start at 4:00 PM.
  • Game 2 (Greater Atlanta Christian vs. Hebron Christian) will air on Wednesday, February 25th at 6:30 PM.

The players

West Forsyth

The Wolverines are 3-4 to start the season but are led by a deep senior class, including Gunnar Ponche, Ryan Maurer, Charlie Delp, Colton Sweat, Dylan Meehan, McGavin Russell, Ethan Bayer and Colt Carmichael.

Norcross Blue Devils

Norcross is off to a 6-0 start this season, including an impressive 7-5 road win over defending state champion Walton. The Blue Devils are looking to improve on their 9-21 record from last year and make the playoffs out of the tough Region 7.

Greater Atlanta Christian

The Spartans are coming off a run to the state quarterfinals last season and are led by highly-rated senior prospects Ian Cobbs and Jared Givins.

Hebron Christian

Hebron Christian is led by Citadel-commit and starting catcher Demitri Watts, who is one of three players on the roster to have hit a home run so far this season.

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What they’re saying

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— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This doubleheader showcases the depth and talent of high school baseball in the Atlanta area, with several teams expected to make deep playoff runs this season. Fans will get an early look at some of the top programs and players in the region as the Score Atlanta High School Baseball Game of the Week series gets underway.