Georgia State baseball coach Brad Stromdahl and his staff announced a fall signing class of five talented high school student-athletes and two junior college players who will join the Panthers' program for the 2024-2025 season.

"This class is another huge step forward our program as we work to build a program that will compete for SunBelt, regional, super-regional and national championships," Stromdahl said. "The entire coaching staff – Niko Buentello, Lars Davis, and Chad Bell - have worked incredibly hard to put together one of the best recruiting classes in program history. This class will help usher in a new era of Georgia State baseball."


Meet the Panthers' fall signees:

BRANTLEY UPSHAW
RHP | 6-8, 245 | L/R | Ailey, Ga. (Toombs County High School)

Tall right-hander from Toombs County High School who is ranked among the top 500 prospects in the nation by Perfect Game ... Features a low 90's fastball from a deceptively high arm slot … Also has a low 80's splitter that he tunnels nicely while filling up the strike zone with ease … Brantley will be the #1 starter for his high school team during his senior season at Toombs County.

Head Coach Brad Stromdahl says, "Brantley is a tough kid who works extremely hard on and off the diamond. He has the chance to have next-level pitchability which will translate the minute he steps on campus. We can't wait to see Brantley on campus to help contribute in the 2025 championship season."


WILL PETTEYS
LHP | 6-3, 200 | L/L | Roswell, Ga. (Roswell High School)

Tall left-hander from Roswell High School ... Has a down-hill delivery and feel for three pitches ... Is ranked in the top 500 prospects in the country by Perfect Game ... This multi-sport athlete oozes athleticism both on the court and on the diamond … Selected as a Region 7 6A all-region first-team pitcher … Was also named "East-West" County pitcher of the year in 2023.

Head Coach Brad Stromdahl says, "Will brings some special attributes on the mound. He has the chance to separate himself in our league, and we are excited for his future in our program."


MONTRELL CHRISTIAN, JR.
OF/RHP | 6-4, 220 | R/R | Forest Park, Ga. (Forest Park High School)

Two-way standout as a right-handed pitcher and outfielder at Forest Park High School ... Rated among the top 500 players in the nation by Perfect Game ... Right-handed hitter with power ... Chosen for the Atlanta Braves annual 44 Classic presented by Nike at Truist Park, a showcase featuring top diverse high school baseball talent from the Southeast … Member of Team Georgia for the PBR Futures Games.

Head Coach Brad Stromdahl says, "Montrell comes to us as a very athletic two-way player. His style of play and competitiveness will make him a perfect fit for our program. Montrell is a very strong and durable kid with a tremendous work ethic."


WILLS MAGINNIS
3B/RHP | 6-4, 190 | R/R | Newnan, Ga. (Newnan High School)

Two-way player who will contribute on the infield and on the mound ... Rated among the top 450 players in the nation by Perfect Game and a top 50 player in the state of Georgia by Perfect Game … Younger brother of current Georgia State outfielder Michael Maginnis … 6-4 frame with lighting bat speed … has the ability drive the ball out of the park to all fields … highly touted, athletic corner infielder with an unlimited ceiling.

Head Coach Brad Stromdahl says, "The way Wills plays the game radiates throughout the field. He will fit into our program perfectly with his style of play and ability to hit the ball out of the park to all fields. He has a chance to get a lot of at bats as soon as he steps on campus. We can't wait to add another Maginnis to the program."
 

JACK HOLLEY
C | 6-0, 190 | R/R | Spanish Fort, Al. (Spanish Fort High School)

Rated among the top 500 players in the nation by Perfect Game and is the number two catcher in the state of Alabama by Perfect Game … Was a starting catcher for the New Balance Future Stars Main Event game at Fenway Park in Boston, Ma. in October 2023 … Also a member of the PBR Future Games for team Alabama … Highly athletic backstop with legit catch and throw tools …

Head Coach Brad Stromdahl says, "Jack is a mature freshman defensive catcher. Jack has been the glue for this recruiting class. He comes to us with athletic and smooth receiving actions along with a good throwing arm. He has strong hands at the plate and impacts the baseball. Jack has a great personality and will make an immediate impact on our program on and off the field."
 

ANDON LEWIS
1B | 6-1, 210 | R/R | Calhoun, Ga. (St. Johns River State College/Calhoun High School)

Right-handed hitting first baseman from St. Johns River State Community College … Hit .309 with 10 HR and 14 doubles as a freshman at St. Johns … Andon started in 57 of the 63 games during the 2022-2023 campaign … had 13 multi-hit games during the '22-'23 season as well … excellent athlete and plus defensive first-baseman … hit safely in 15 of the final 16 games of the season.

Head Coach Brad Stromdahl says, "Andon is mature, low maintenance, smart, self-motivated, and wants to learn. He is very easy to coach and be around. Andon presents a lot of good tools offensively and impacts the baseball with his bat. Andon shows a good understanding for the game and uses his intelligence to anticipate well on the field. He has winning qualities as a player."


JACOB CREWS
RHP | 6-5, 240 | R/R | Winter Garden, Fl. (Pensacola State College/TNXL Academy)

Right-handed pitcher from Winter Garden, FL who attends Pensacola State College … Very strong build, especially in his lower half … Works with a simple compact delivery and arm action, high 3/4 arm slot with good direction to the plate … Elite competitor who will keep improving as his secondary stuff takes a step forward.

Head Coach Brad Stromdahl says, "Jacob is one of the nation's elite junior college pitching prospects. His experience and combination of upside/strike throwing ability make him an immediate contributor for the Panthers."