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Atlanta Southsiders Baseball 9U

Sep 13, 2025

Southside Grit: The Rise of the Atlanta Southsiders 9U

This summer, the Atlanta Southsiders 9U didn’t just play baseball, we built a legacy.

We kicked off the beginning of our program during the summer of 2025 in Destin, Florida, where we faced tough losses at the Perfect Game Gulf Coast World Series. It was a humbling start, but it lit a fire in us. From that moment on, we committed to something deeper than wins: unity, growth, and Southside Pride.

Throughout the summer, we battled through tournaments across the region. Losses came again, but so did laughter, late-night team talks, and relentless practice. We bonded over fundraising events, community engagement, and shared dreams. Every setback became a setup for something greater.

And then came Peachtree City. On September 7, 2025, we showed up and showed out at the Training Legends Tournament, defeating four powerhouse Southside teams. That victory wasn’t just about the scoreboard - it was about proving what heart, hustle, and belief can do in just four short months.

Behind the scenes, our momentum was building. We earned sponsorships and support from incredible partners who saw our vision and believed in our grind:

🍦 Andy’s Frozen Custard
⚾ Play It Again Sports
🤝 Michael Harris II and Esther Harris of the Atlanta Braves

We’ve also received generous donations from local photographers, promotional businesses, and community champions who’ve helped us shine brighter on and off the field.

This journey hasn’t been easy, but it’s been powerful. Every practice, every post, every pivot has been a testament to what it means to represent the Southside with pride. We’re not just a team. We’re a movement.

Stay tuned. The Southsiders are just getting started.


Photos taken by Kenny Revere Jr. https://www.instagram.com/revshot_z/

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