Burton and Hornback Achieve All-State Honors in Baseball
North Bullitt baseball team celebrates a significant achievement with two players, Rowen Burton and Dylan Hornback, earning All-State honors. Burton secured a first-team spot, while Hornback made the second team, a rare feat for a single team. Both players demonstrated exceptional performance in their senior year, with Burton leading in multiple categories and Hornback showcasing remarkable power and consistency at the plate, making college commitments to Bellarmine University and Eastern Kentucky University, respectively.
By the Numbers- Rowen Burton achieved a .517 batting average, with 59 runs and 20 doubles this season.
- Dylan Hornback finished with a .381 average, nine home runs, and 46 RBIs, while being walked 39 times.
- Burton leaves as North Bullitt's all-time leader in hits (166) and stolen bases (114).
- Hornback ranked second in career hits (145) and first in career home runs (23).
Both players are set to bring their skills to Division One programs, with Burton likely starting at shortstop for Bellarmine, and Hornback projected to play outfield at Eastern Kentucky. The potential for Hornback to enter the MLB draft is also on the horizon, depending on his college performance.
Bottom LineThe accomplishments of Burton and Hornback highlight the strength of the North Bullitt baseball program, setting a benchmark for future players and showcasing their long-term potential in college baseball.
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