Batesburg did lose two all state defenders and a very good striker, but bring back a very solid center midfielder and a very skilled striker. Their team was strong last year so look for some of the younger guys who played supporting roles last year to step up. I know they had a few good kids on JV that will be playing important roles this year as well. They should be very good again this year!
Gilbert brings back one of the best players in AA. They had a good team last year too, and with Darlington coaching they should definitely be a contender in the upper state.
