Georgia catcher Daniel Jackson wins 2026 Golden Spikes Award

Georgia catcher Daniel Jackson wins 2026 Golden Spikes Award as nation's best amateur college baseball player

Daniel Jackson, the catcher for the University of Georgia baseball team, has been awarded the 2026 Golden Spikes Award, recognizing him as the nation's best amateur college baseball player. The Golden Spikes Award is one of college baseball's most prestigious honors, given annually to the top amateur player in the United States. Jackson's achievement represents a significant milestone in his baseball career as a standout performer for the Bulldogs.