11/13/2026 11:00:00 AM | Baseball
STATESBORO – The Georgia Southern baseball team has announced the addition of eight student-athletes to its 2027 recruiting class. The group features five players from the state of Georgia, along with one prospect from Florida, another from Maryland and a transfer from Alabama, bringing a talented collection of high school standouts to Statesboro.
"We are excited to welcome this group of Eagles to our program next fall," head coach Rodney Hennon said. "This early signing class adds depth and competition on the mound, in the infield and behind the plate. We believe in their talent and character and are confident they will make a positive impact on the program as we seek to win Sun Belt championships and compete at the highest level."Daniel Biondo – INF/OF
Cumming, Ga.
Denmark HS
A standout at Denmark High School, Daniel Biondo enters his collegiate career following a pair of impressive seasons with the Danes. He was named First Team All-Region in 2025 after earning Offensive Player of the Year honors in 2024. During his junior campaign, Biondo hit .350 with four home runs, 30 hits and 21 RBI. He also competed with the Atlanta Braves Scout Club Team, where he recorded a .400 batting average.
Brock Johnson – INF
Macon, Ga.
Westfield HS
A four-year letterwinner at Westfield High School, Brock Johnson brings an impressive collection of individual honors to the Eagles. A three-time All-Region and two-time All-State selection, Johnson was named Region Hitter of the Year and GIAA AAA Player of the Year following his junior season. He established school single-season records with 15 home runs and a .583 batting average. Johnson also excelled on the football field, earning All-Region honors three times, and was part of a GIAA AAA 4x100 state championship team. He also competed with the 643 DP Cougars club team.
Croix DiBacco – INF
Jacksonville, Fla.
Bartram Trail HS
A four-year player at Bartram Trail High School, Croix DiBacco joins the Eagles after earning recognition among the top players in Northeast Florida. He was named to the All-First Coast High School Baseball Team by The Florida Times-Union and Jacksonville.com, as well as the All-St. Johns County Baseball Team by the St. Augustine Record in 2026. DiBacco competed with the Orlando Scorpions club team and brings 13 years of baseball experience to Statesboro.
Christopher Roque – RHP
Doral, Fla.
Doral Academy Preparatory HS
Christopher Roque joins the Eagles after competing at Doral Academy Preparatory. On the mound, Roque recorded a 1.75 ERA across 16 innings pitched. He also gained experience competing with the Franklin Scout club team.
Sam Hubbard – RHP
Statesboro, Ga.
Bulloch Academy
A five-year standout at Bulloch Academy, Sam Hubbard brings a decorated high school career to his hometown program. He earned Baseball All-Region honors in 2023-24 before collecting All-Region and All-State recognition in each of the following two seasons. Hubbard set the school record with 100 strikeouts during the 2026 season. A multi-sport athlete, he also earned Football All-Region honors in 2024-25 and 2025-26. He was part of three region championship teams at Bulloch Academy in 2023, 2024 and 2026. Hubbard comes from a Georgia Southern family, as both of his parents attended the university and his brother, Ike, currently attends.
Chase Mosley – RHP/INF
LaGrange, Ga.
Troup County HS
A four-year letterwinner at Troup County High School, Chase Mosley joins Georgia Southern following an accomplished prep career on both sides of the ball. He earned AAAA Region 2 Player of the Year and First Team All-State honors in 2026, along with recognition as an Atlanta 400 Club Georgia High School All-Star and member of the Georgia High School National Team. Mosley also helped lead his team to a state runner-up finish. He holds the school record for most pitching wins in a season with 11. Previously earning AAA Region 2 All-Region Honorable Mention honors in 2024 and First Team All-Region recognition in 2025, he also helped capture a state championship in 2025. According to Prep Baseball, Mosley ranks 45th among players in Georgia and 13th among middle infielders in the state. He also competed in football as a quarterback and corner back, earning AAAA All-Region Honorable Mention honors in 2025.
Matthew Sowers – RHP
Pasadena, Md.
Chesapeake HS
A standout at Chesapeake High School, Matthew Sowers joins the Eagles after earning First Team All-State honors. The right-hander recorded a 1.00 ERA with 70 strikeouts and showcased a fastball that reached 94 mph during his high school career.
Zachary Brooks – RHP
Ozark, Ala.
Enterprise State Community College
Zachary Brooks joins Georgia Southern after a successful season at Enterprise State Community College. In 2026, Brooks posted a 7-1 record across 11 appearances, recording a 1.07 WHIP and 55 strikeouts in 59.2 innings pitched. He will bring collegiate experience and an established track record on the mound to the Eagles' pitching staff.
