Stanhope’s Williams drafted by Dodgers, will forego pro opportunity

Cliff Williams / The Herald Stanhope’s Chase Williams watches his double against Spanish Fort in the first game.

Chase Williams is betting on himself.

The former Stanhope Elmore baseball player Chase Williams was selected in the 2024 MLB Draft on Tuesday afternoon. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 20th round as the 580th overall pick.