Kirby Connell Buys $39M Georgia Ranch for Ultimate Outdoor Playground: “I Wanted a Place to Wakesurf, Hunt and Build a Racetrack”
In a headline-making real estate move, former Tennessee baseball star Kirby Connell has reportedly purchased a sprawling $39 million ranch estate in rural Georgia. The left-handed pitcher, known for his signature mustache and intense mound presence, is turning heads off the field with his bold investment—transforming the luxurious property into the ultimate personal paradise.
Set on over 2,000 acres of prime Southern land, the massive estate includes a private lake, miles of wooded trails, and enough open space to accommodate everything from trophy deer hunting to wakesurfing and even building a custom racetrack—yes, you read that right.
“I’ve always loved the outdoors,” Connell said in a statement. “I wanted a place where I could do everything I love—wakesurf, hunt, ride four-wheelers—and maybe even race a few cars. This place is all of that and more.”
According to sources close to the deal, the estate comes with a 12-bedroom mansion, a five-stall horse barn, a guest lodge, and a fully stocked 40-acre lake. Connell, who has long spoken about his passion for nature and adrenaline-filled hobbies, reportedly plans to install a professional-grade wakesurfing system on the lake and design a private racetrack modeled after some of his favorite F1 circuits.
For Connell, this isn’t just a splurge—it’s a long-term vision come to life. After finishing a celebrated college career at Tennessee, where he became a fan-favorite and a clubhouse leader, Connell has steadily built a post-baseball identity. Friends say he’s invested wisely, and this ranch is both a retreat and a passion project.
“He’s always been one of the most grounded guys I’ve known,” said a former teammate. “So it doesn’t surprise me at all that he’d build something this big and personal. It’s totally Kirby.”
Connell’s property sits roughly an hour outside of Atlanta, tucked deep in Georgia’s serene countryside. Real estate experts say it’s one of the most valuable private land acquisitions in the state in recent years. The deal was finalized quietly through a private auction, with Connell reportedly beating out several high-profile investors.
While the ranch will remain Connell’s private residence, he has hinted at potential community events in the future. “I’d love to eventually host charity events out here—maybe a fishing tournament or even a little dirt track race for a good cause,” Connell said.
Fans and former teammates alike have taken to social media to congratulate the former Vol, with many calling the ranch “pure Kirby” and “a dream come true for any outdoorsman.”
From baseball diamonds to big game trails, Kirby Connell’s next chapter is clearly being written on his own terms—and in epic style. As he says with a smile, “Life’s short—so you might as well make room to wakesurf, hunt, and race cars while you can.”
