By Kyle Roberts
Ruston High junior Jake Simmons and sophomore Jackson Lee were both named to the Louisiana Baseball Coaches’ Association All-Region 2 for their efforts in the 2024 campaign.
“I’m really not surprised at all by these guys getting recognized as two of the best outfielders in the region because they flat out are,” new Ruston High head coach Bryan Beck said. “They are going too be a catalyst for our offense next season and both are equally as gifted defensively as they are swinging the bat. I know our team is extremely proud of them and happy for them.
“That is something we are all trying to achieve — happiness in the success of our teammates and celebrating each other when these opportunities present themselves.”
Simmons was named to the team as an outfielder after hitting .300 for the season and 24 hits with 10 extra base hits, including five doubles, three triples and two home runs. Simmons also finished with 18 runs batted in for the season.
Lee was earned the honors as a utility player by finishing the year with a .333 batting average and leading the team with 32 total hits. Like Simmons, Lee finished with 18 RBI, while getting three doubles and four triples of his own.
