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Prep Baseball North Carolina launched its 2025 coverage with the Preseason ID events on January 18 and 19. On Saturday, January 18, the Prep Baseball scouting team hosted players at the On Deck Baseball Academy in Charlotte, NC, for the Charlotte Preseason ID and Charlotte Rising Stars event. On Deck is a spacious facility that enables players to participate in a comprehensive pro-style workout, updating their stats, analytics, and video profiles.

The Preseason ID events provide high school players with an opportunity to assess their performance as they prepare for the spring season. These events offer a platform for athletes to evaluate the impact of their off-season training on their on-field potential. Additionally, players can update their Prep Baseball Player Profile, connecting with more than 1,000 college coaches and scouts who subscribe to Prep Baseball.

The Rising Stars event is tailored for middle school players, offering a glimpse into their future on the high school field and beyond. This event introduces young athletes to the metrics, staff, and workouts employed by Prep Baseball, fostering familiarity with contemporary evaluation processes. These players represent the next generation of talent, and events like Rising Stars provide an early foundation for their development.

Event Overview

The day commenced with a series of athletic tests. Each player’s height, weight, and grip strength were measured. Athletes then participated in a laser-timed 30-yard sprint using the VALD Athletic laser timing system. This system provided detailed data, including 10-yard and 25-yard splits, as well as top-end running speed calculations for each player.

Defensive Workout

Players showcased their skills at their primary positions during the defensive workout. Prep Baseball scouts evaluated their performance, recorded video, and collected data on arm strength and pop times.

Offensive Workout

During the offensive session, players took BP in an open cage environment, allowing scouts to observe ball flight in a field-like setting. TrackMan technology was utilized to collect data on every ball put in play within fair territory, providing valuable insights into each player’s offensive capabilities.

Bullpen Session

The final segment of the day focused on pitchers. Attending arms threw controlled bullpens while TrackMan gathered data on velocity, spin rate, and pitch movement. These sessions allowed scouts to evaluate pitchers and assess catchers receiving the bullpen sessions.

Post-Event Analysis

Following the event, the Prep Baseball staff will analyze the collected data, including metrics, analytics, and player evaluations. Leaderboards highlighting players’ physical attributes will be published. In the coming weeks, expect detailed scouting reports, blogs, videos, and podcasts covering the event.  Player assesments will include a full scouting report hosted on the player's profile.  Prep Baseball's scouting staff will filter through all of the Preseason Event information and update the North Carolina Player Rankings prior to the high school season.

For more information, including news, stats, and rosters from the Charlotte Preseason ID, CLICK HERE.

Charlotte Preseason ID By the Numbers
21 Players in attendance
10 Pitchers threw bullpens
2 Pitchers recorded fastballs at 89 mph or higher
3 Pitchers achieved a max spin rate above 2300 rpm on their fastball
4 Pitchers recorded a max spin rate of 2300 rpm or higher on their breaking ball
17 Hitters participated in the offensive evaluation
6 Hitters recorded a BLAST Bat Speed average of 69 mph or higher

Quick Hitters - Position Players

2028 Class

Austin Baxter SS / 2B / Hopewell, NC / 2028 5'6" athletic middle infielder with smooth transfers and balanced footwork fielding, 79 mph arm across the diamond, 4.22 second 30, balanced swing from the left side, up to 88.9 mph exit velocity.

Ben Fulton RHP / OF / Charlotte Christian, NC / 2028 5'8" OF, relaxed swing with rhythm from right side, exit velocity up to 86.4 mph, athlete, 22.6" vert, 1.76sec 10 yard split, showcases a 77 mph arm from the outfield.

2027 Class

Landon Bartley SS / 2B / Parkwood, NC / 2027 5'8" MIF, vertical barrel from right side, 89.4 mph exit velocity, shows athleticism, 1.78 10 yard gate, 4.01 30 yard dash, easy footwork and positioning in the infield, 75 mph arm to first.

Leyton Guhl OF / C / Carmel Christian, NC / 2027 Strong physical player, RHH, power to pull side but shows feel for backside, 2.04sec best pop time behind home with 78mph arm to second, 85 mph arm from the OF, runs well, 4.0 sec 30 time, 26" vertical

Kilby Hartley 2B / OF / Baylor, NC / 2027 5'7" athelete, short swing, works hands inside the baseball, exit velocity up to 89.8 mph, fundamentally sound fielder, 75mph arm, 21.7" vertical jump, shows explosiveness in movements.

Jaxon Haynes OF / LHP / Providence, NC / 2027 6'1", left handed hitting OF, 96.6 mph exit velocity, relaxed upright stance, natural backspin, feel and power to all fields, above average arm from OF at 89 mph

Connor Kullman OF / 2B / Hopewell, NC / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 131 / POS: 32 5'10" lean body outfielder, has feel for the barrel from the right side, max exit velocity of 88.6 mph, shows explosiveness, 22.2" vertical, 81 mph throws from outfield.

Andrew McCoy OF / RHP / Catawba Ridge, SC / 2027 Athletic 5'11" outfielder, 4.0 sec 30 yard dash, 1.73 10 yard gate, 25.9" vert. 81 mph arm from the outfield, rhythm in the box, hands inside, 88.0 max exit velocity.

Ryan Watters OF / SS / Cuthbertson, NC / 2027 Compact lefthanded swing, extension through impact, 91.2 mph max ev, has barrel control and feel. 84 mph throws from outfield, 4.07 second 30 yard dash, 21.7" vert.

Brady Williamson C / 1B / Cuthbertson, NC / 2027 6'1" - 233lb physical player, RHH with natural loft, 96.2 max ev, quick transfers, 2.09 best pop time with 74 mph arm to second.

2026 Class

Camden Cobb C / RHP / Gaston Christian, NC / 2026 Rankings  StateRank: 202 / POS: 26 5'9", athletic player, shows strength and quickness, swing gets on plane and through the zone, 91.3 mph max exit velocity, 78 mph arm from the infield, 24.8" vert

Joseph Fiore OF / SS / Weddington, NC / 2026 Rankings  StateRank: 218 / POS: 44 5'7" R/R, works hands inside, feel for all fields, 88.4 max exit velocity. Easy footwork from OF, 84 mph arm, shows quickness in feet, athletic mover.

Bryson Greene SS / 2B / Piedmont High, NC / 2026 5'6" infielder, balanced setup from right side, long stride, feel for barrel, stays on plane, 84 mph max exit velocity. 78 mph infield velo.

Henry Ladner SS / 2B / Weddington, NC / 2026 Rankings  StateRank: 224 / POS: 31 88.1 max exit velocity from the right side, upright stance, works through the middle. Plus glove control from infield, 81 mph arm.

Caden O'Neill SS / 2B / Charlotte Catholic, NC / 2026 5'11" muscular infielder, vertical barrel, toe tap load, shows power, 95.1 max exit velocity. Athletic mover fielding, can throw from different angles, 77 mph infield arm.

Luke Ponczka 1B / 3B / West Rowan, NC / 2026 6'1" - 240lb strong corner infielder. Presence from the right side, 101.9 mph max exit velocity, finds barrels with hard contact. Moves athletically at 1B with soft hands, 77.0 mph arm.

Rising Stars

Trevor Snyder OF / LHP / Metrolina Academy, NC / 2029 5'8" L/L oufielder, 79.4 max exit velocity, creates backspin and loft, works inside the baseball. Controlled and relaxed fielder with a 72 mph outfield velocity.