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Inside the Rankings: NC 2027 in Overall Rankings


Brandon Hall
NC / Mid-ATL Director of Scouting

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The month of December typically serves as a transition period for high school baseball players nationwide. As players prepare for the upcoming spring season, they take a break from on-field activities. Although they may not be actively playing, this time off provides an opportunity for athletes to focus on strength training, physical recovery, and refining their daily habits.

The months following this down period, particularly in December and early January, often see players make significant progress in their preseason workouts and testing. These improvements lay the foundation for strong performances during the spring season.

Similarly, the staff at Prep Baseball also experiences a brief respite from the field. The fall season generally concludes at the end of October, with North Carolina hosting its final events the first weekend in November. Compared to the preseason, high school season, and summer season, the fall is a less intensive time for the scouting staff. During this period, players are typically in school and scaling back their attendance at games and showcases. While the number of players observed during the fall is smaller than in other seasons, it presents an additional opportunity to assess player development and make adjustments in the class rankings.

In December, updates were made to the high school class rankings, including the North Carolina 2025, 2026, and 2027 classes. These rankings were adjusted based on evaluations, player data, statistics, and analytics. The same updates were made to the national Prep Baseball Overall Rankings. For the 2028 class, their initial rankings were released at both the state and national levels.

North Carolina consistently produces a strong presence in the Overall Rankings, and with the latest updates, it is clear that the state will continue to draw attention from professional scouts and major college programs in the coming spring and beyond.

Future Games on the Horizon for the 2027 Class

The Future Games stands as the premier showcase event in the country for uncommitted players. Last year, top uncommitted prospects from the 2026 class converged at LakePoint Sports Complex in Emerson, GA, to represent their states or territories in competition against other elite players. Every workout and game took place on one side of the 8-field complex, attracting over 400 college coaches in attendance.

This event has long been considered a "must-attend" for aspiring collegiate athletes. Recent changes to recruiting rules have significantly expanded the pool of eligible participants. In the past, many top prospects were already committed before the Future Games, rendering them ineligible. Now, with new regulations preventing communication between high school prospects and college programs until August 1 prior to their junior year, more players remain uncommitted and available for participation.

As we look ahead to the 2027 class, the depth of talent continues to impress. The inaugural Super Sophomore Games in 2024 offered an early glimpse at potential roster candidates for Team North Carolina at the 2025 Future Games. The competition is sure to intensify as North Carolina boasts a strong presence in the overall rankings. With a combination of high-end talent and depth, the 2027 class presents ample opportunities for players to improve, rise in the rankings, and earn a coveted spot on Team NC's roster.

2027 - North Carolina in Overall Rankings

Rank Name State School Class Pos Commitment
6 Jacob Seamon NC Metrolina Christian 2027 OF
90 Kellen Rogers NC Wake Forest 2027 SS

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