Meet Grant Gano, a 6-foot, 205-pound infielder/pitcher from Lanier County High School. Gano is a member of the South Georgia Big 10 cover for the 2026 Georgia Dugout Preview Magazine. Here are 10 questions with him.

Q: What in-game rituals do you have?

A: I write AO1 (Audience of One) meaning Playing for God on my wrist. When I feel pressure, I look at AO1 on my wrist and it calms me down.

Q: Who is your favorite professional sports team?

A: Atlanta Braves.

Q: What is your favorite food to eat?

A: Pollo Loco.

Q: Name one thing people may be surprised to learn about you?

A: I have had Tommy John surgery.

Q: Who is your favorite teacher and what is your favorite high school subject?

A: Coach Matt and weight lifting.

Q: Outside of baseball, what is your next hobby?

A: Golf.

Q: What jersey number do you wear and what reason did you choose that number?

A: No. 15, my whole family has worn it.

Q: What do you like the most about playing baseball?

A: The memories and winning.

Q: Who has been the most influential person in your life and why?

A: My dad. He always keeps me in the right place meaning he doesn't let me get too high or too low.

Q: After baseball, what career are you planning to pursue?

A: I'd like to open up my own baseball shop (identical to Better Baseball).