The high school season is upon us, and after a preseason full of events we saw some new faces, and some strong peformances from the off season. Here we will have a minor update before the high school season kicks off today. Our Preseason Events are a great time to show improvements from the off season, as well as get on our radar to come out to watch this spring. 

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As always, the evaluation process is a fluid and ongoing process with multiple viewings in order to get the best feel for players abilities. It’s important to note that as players continue their development some show marked improvement at a much more rapid pace. That doesn’t indicate that other players got worse or went backwards, it’s just how player development works. As the year unfolds, players make improvements and new prospects pop up on the radar expanding the PBR rankings universe. In addition to the evaluations of players, our scouts, both those in Georgia and nationally, have also had multiple discussions with each other to review our individual lists and then make adjustments based on what we've each seen. 

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PRESEASON STANDOUTS

Nathan Rowland C / OF / North Paulding, GA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 58 / POS: 8 Big-time juice on display from 2025 C Nathan Rowland yesterday. Huge bat speed and leverage through the zone. Led the day by wide-margin with an average EV of 94.3. (Max 100.6). Cannon behind the dish w/ consistent low-80s ropes.@PBR_Uncommitted ?@PBRGeorgia #GAPAS24 pic.twitter.com/IkulmHnP6e — Ian Smith (@FlaSmitty) January 15, 2024

Reid Worley RHP / 1B / Cherokee, GA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 23 / POS: 6 OverallRank: 286 / POS: 84 One of the big winners of the day was 2025 RHP Reid Worley. Advanced feel for a legit four-pitch mix with command. Touched 91 while living 88-90. SL flashed above-average with sharp, late break in the low-80s with feel to spin (3000 RPM).@KSUOwlsBaseball commit.#GAPAS24 pic.twitter.com/fE58wSvv5u — Ian Smith (@FlaSmitty) January 15, 2024

Cannon Goldin OF / OF / Buford High School, GA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 2 / POS: 2 OverallRank: 30 / POS: 5 Just an advanced round for 2025 OF Cannon Goldin. The #PBRAAG23 alum and @OleMissBSB commit utilizing a simple approach with excellent feel for the barrel. Uses the whole field with ease. #️⃣2️⃣ in @PBRGeorgia 2025 rankings. #GAPAS24 pic.twitter.com/ilkE7zY8t5 — Ian Smith (@FlaSmitty) January 14, 2024

Aiden Zagryn 3B / OF / Blessed Trinity , GA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 74 / POS: 7 2025 3B/OF Aiden Zagryn@BT_Baseball | @PBR_Uncommitted 6-2 195lbs#GAPSA24 pic.twitter.com/fo0isf9Qe9 — PBR Georgia (@PBRGeorgia) January 15, 2024

Carson Zagryn SS / 2B / Blessed Trinity, GA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 70 / POS: 12 2025 IF Carson Zagryn@BT_Baseball | @PBR_Uncommitted 6-2 208lbs#GAPSA24 pic.twitter.com/xJFKR1JnVw — PBR Georgia (@PBRGeorgia) January 15, 2024

Jackson Freeman C / 1B / Flowery Branch, GA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 119 / POS: 15 ‘25 Jackson Freeman @Branch_Baseball Strong 6-foot 3 frame impressed both at the plate and defensively. 1.89 pop, 80 mph catcher velo#EastGAID24 pic.twitter.com/BqgFn81Lkb — PBR Georgia (@PBRGeorgia) January 7, 2024

Griff Bryant OF / SS / Prince Avenue Christian, GA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 131 / POS: 26 2025 OF Griff Bryant @PACSBaseball Loud barrels this afternoon from the @PBR_Uncommitted OF. Premier bat speed via @Blast_Bsbl 82.9‼️ Strong bat-to-ball skills as well for an impressive round overall. #EastGAID24 pic.twitter.com/KKprQVeU2a — PBR Georgia (@PBRGeorgia) January 7, 2024

Kenneth Pickens C / RHP / Long County , GA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 204 / POS: 24 ‘25 Kenneth Pickens (@LongBaseball1) Consistent barrels from the right hander. Has loose hands with easy pop. (95 EV)#SouthGAID24 pic.twitter.com/rltK3t7ZmR — PBR Georgia (@PBRGeorgia) January 6, 2024

Anthony Planeta SS / 2B / Allatoona, GA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 197 / POS: 35 2025 SS Anthony Planeta @ahsbucsbaseball Excellent showing today for the @PBR_Uncommitted Junior. Great length through the zone with advanced feel for the barrel. 81 IF velo with accuracy and smooth footwork. #NorthGAID24 pic.twitter.com/yAHQ5aKWgy — PBR Georgia (@PBRGeorgia) January 13, 2024

Collin Brightwell OF / OF / Redan, GA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 29 / POS: 4 <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Strong all-around day from 2025 OF Collin Brightwell.<br><br>Great barrel control from both sides of the plate with present bat speed and a steep path that creates plenty of pull-side carry. <br><br>An accurate 86 from the OF as well for the <a href="https://twitter.com/OU_Baseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OU_Baseball</a> commit. <a href="https://twitter.com/PBRGeorgia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PBRGeorgia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GAPAS24?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GAPAS24</a> <a href="https://t.co/RoJDKRrfRh">pic.twitter.com/RoJDKRrfRh</a></p>&mdash; Ian Smith (@FlaSmitty) <a href="https://twitter.com/FlaSmitty/status/1746898848314781985?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Spring Coverage 

As we move into the high school season will be on the road covering games weekly. Our content will consist of scout blogs, team rankings, player of week, and more. If you want to stay informed on all things GHSA, be sure to check out the "GHSA" tab on the home page. We covered over 50 teams with "Team Previews", if you missed your teams preview, be sure to check them all out HERE. We look forward to the season starting on tomorrow, and covering the great state of Georgia.