The 2026 high school baseball season is quickly approaching and as usual, excitement abounds throughout the state. Players and coaches have been working in preparation for the upcoming season and, as is the case each year, there are some very talented players and teams across Alabama.

Teams across the state have goals and aspirations to finish their seasons in the Jacksonville/Oxford/Montgomery area at the AISA or AHSAA state championships, but there is plenty of work to be done before that becomes reality. We hope to familiarize our readers with many of the teams across the state as we preview individual teams across Alabama. We will take you right up to first pitch this season with these team previews and by continuing our scheduled podcasts and releasing our preseason top-10 rankings in each AHSAA classification.

Please keep checking back throughout the season as we will be your one-stop shop for everything related to high school baseball across the state.

Each week we will be releasing our Players of the Week, updating the top-10 ranks in each AHSAA classification, as well updating our Power 25 overall rankings. One thing, especially, you don’t want to miss are our scheduled podcasts with guests from across the state, as well as the recaps and previews of the big games we’re covering.

*Please note the information has been gathered from head coaches across the state, based on their replies to the questionnaire we distributed over this offseason.

High School: Wilson Warriors
Head Coach: Warren Fowler
Classification & Area Number: Class 4A, Area 14
2025 Record (Finish): 11-21 (No Postseason)

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TOP RETURNING PLAYERS

• SS/RHP Jack Darby (2026)
• INF/RHP Bryson Pickens (2026)
• 1B/RHP Cayden McCormack (2026)
• UTL/RHP Brodie Pruitt (2026)

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TOP UNDERCLASSMEN

• C Kellyn Churchwell (2028)
• OF Brody Shook (2028)
• OF Rich Corum (2028)
• UTL Kendan Farris (2028)
• OF Trip Fowler (2030)

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TEAM OUTLOOK

Wilson enters the 2026 season positioned for a potential step forward after a challenging 11-21 campaign in 2025 that did not result in a playoff appearance. While the win-loss record fell short of expectations, the Warriors played a demanding schedule and return nearly the entire roster, losing just one player from last season. That continuity, combined with valuable experience gained a year ago, sets the stage for a more competitive outlook in Class 4A Area 14.

The Warriors return a strong senior core that anchors both the lineup and pitching staff. SS/RHP Jack Darby (2026) returns as a dynamic two-way contributor after posting a .267 average with a .403 OBP, 27 hits, 30 runs, and 20 stolen bases, while also logging 46.2 innings on the mound with 40 strikeouts. INF/RHP Bryson Pickens (2026) adds another reliable bat and arm, finishing 2025 with a .264 average, .420 OBP, eight doubles, two home runs, and 20 RBIs, along with 59 strikeouts in 43 innings. At first base, 1B/RHP Cayden McCormack (2026) returns as a three-year starter and the team’s offensive leader, hitting .376 with a .517 OBP, 35 hits, and 19 RBIs, while also leading the staff with 54 innings pitched and a 3.24 ERA. UTL/RHP Brodie Pruitt (2026) rounds out the senior group as another three-year starter who provides versatility and run production in the lineup. Wilson’s underclass group brings additional continuity after gaining extensive varsity experience early. C Kellyn Churchwell (2028), OF Brody Shook (2028), and OF Rich Corum (2028) each started every game as freshmen in 2025 and return with a full season of varsity reps. UTL Kendan Farris (2028) adds depth and could factor into the pitching mix, while OF Trip Fowler (2029) returns after seeing action in 17 games as an eighth grader.

Experience defines Wilson’s identity entering 2026. The Warriors return every inning on the mound and 90 percent of their offensive production, including 173 of 192 hits from last season. Speed will also be a major factor, as five returning players recorded double-digit stolen bases a year ago. With eight seniors on a 14-man varsity roster, Wilson will rely on veteran leadership, aggressive baserunning, and a deep pitching staff to translate last season’s lessons into improved results. With roster continuity and experience across the board, the Warriors enter 2026 prepared to be more competitive in Class 4A Area 14.

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Find more information on the 2026 Wilson High School; Florence, Alabama program below:

+ Follow them on X: @ZipCityBoys
+ Visit the Prep Baseball Alabama, 2026 HS Team Previews

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