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Dan Jackson wins Golden Spikes Award, Georgia Bulldogs bolster roster

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Jun 30, 2026

Dan Jackson wins Golden Spikes Award, Georgia Bulldogs bolster roster

Summary

Dan Jackson of the Georgia Bulldogs won the Golden Spikes Award on June 29, 2026, recognizing him as the top player in college baseball. This achievement marks the second time in three years a Georgia player has received this honor. Earlier that day, the Bulldogs secured four commitments for the transfer portal, giving them the highest-ranked portal class according to @64Analytics. The new players include Naulivou Lauaki Jr., Jet Gilliam, Jake Hanley, and Casey McCoy, aimed at enhancing Georgia's performance for the future. Coach Wes Johnson is emphasizing the program's continual progression following a strong showing this season.

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By the Numbers

•Dan Jackson wins the Golden Spikes Award on June 29, 2026.
•Georgia Bulldogs secured four transfers on the same day.
•The Bulldogs now have the top-ranked transfer class, per @64Analytics.
•Incoming players include Naulivou Lauaki Jr. and Jet Gilliam.
•Coach Wes Johnson aims to build on recent successes.

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11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Jackson Wins Golden Spikes, Dawgs Cash In Via Portal

What they're saying

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Not to overstate things, but June 29, 2026 may end up being the most consequential day when it comes to the current state of the Georgia baseball program. If you just took Monday night’s news that Dan Jackson won the Golden Spikes Award, the honor given to the top player in college baseball, that would […]
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