Vernal Youth Baseball

Vernal 11U allstars wins 2025 Cal Ripken State Championship

[Taylorsville, Utah] – June 2025 — The Vernal Cal Ripken 11U baseball team has captured the 2025 Utah State Championship, showcasing skill, grit, and teamwork throughout the tournament.

The championship roster included:

• Luke Gabbitas

• Josh Gardenheir

• Hatch Horrocks

• Derrick Hunter

• Grayson Luck

• Xylan Mondragon

• Landon Rogers

• JT Sand

• Wylee Slaugh

• Cooper Wilkins

Guiding the team were Coach Josh Sand, Coach Jake Wilkins, and Coach Matt Gabbitas, whose leadership played a vital role in the team’s success.

“This championship is about more than baseball—it’s about growth, teamwork, and building character,” said Coach Jake Wilkins. “We couldn’t be prouder.”

“This group plays with heart, and that’s what sets them apart,” added Coach Matt Gabbitas. “This is such an amazing group of kids,” said Coach Josh Sand. 

Congratulations to the 2025 Utah State Cal Ripken 11U State Champions!