All-State Stunner Signs with Golden Tigers

Gainesville, GA - Coach Devon Thomas has announced Madison Strickland as the newest addition to the Golden Tigers' softball team. Throughout her high school career at West Hall High School, Strickland has achieved success in the classroom and on the field.

Holding high expectations for herself, she never missed a day of class and was always ranked in the top 10%, or higher. In the course of four years, Strickland was the recipient of the Jack A. Pirkle Award for Leadership with Humility and Compassion, Wendy's Heisman Award, Jenny Melton Scholarship, International Baccalaureate Economics Award, International Baccalaureate Biology Award, International Baccalaureate Math Studies Award, and the highest GPA on her athletic team.

Outside of the classroom, Madison was involved in an array of extracurricular activities. From her freshmen year on, she demonstrated a commitment to become an active member of the Beta Club, the Creation Activity Service, the Future Business Leaders of America, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and the National Honor Society.

Strickland was also dedicated to being a volunteer at the Canned Food Drives, the Salvation Army, Jenny's Garden, and Flat Creek Baptist Church Vacation Bible School. She remained involved with these community service projects for the duration of high school.

When it came to athletics, Madison was no different. She had an unwavering commitment to her team, and was always looking for ways to improve.

In her high school career, Strickland acquired a .319 batting average. With that, she collected 27 doubles, 18 triples, 3 HRs, and 70 RBIs.

Her talent and drive quickly put her in the spotlight, gaining her recognition year after year. Madison was named Freshman of the Year All-State Selection, the 2x recipient of the Coach's Award, Team MVP, and 2x All-State Honorable Mention.

Coach Thomas and the Golden Tigers softball team are thrilled to have Madison become a part of their program. Brenau has worked hard to create the winning tradition that they are nationally known for and Madison will help the Golden Tigers to build their momentum needed for this season.