ALBERTVILLE, AL – The 2025 Yellowhammer State Games took place on Tuesday, June 17th and Wednesday, June 18th at Sand Mountain Park in Albertville, AL. This invite-only event brought together nearly 200 of the top high school prospects in Alabama from the 2026-2030 graduating classes. Over the course of two days, players participated in an extended pro-style workout featuring batting practice tracked by Trackman, 60-yard dash testing using VALD Performance, and more. Pitchers had the opportunity to compete in simulated innings during gameplay, capturing key metrics such as velocity, spin rate, and movement data via Trackman.

A few statistical breakdowns from the premier event of the summer:

• 38 60-yard dashes under 7.00
• 43 top EVs over 97.0 mph
• 28 top FB velocities 85.0 mph or higher
• 25 top INF velocities 85 mph or higher
• 16 top OF velocities 85 mph or higher
• 18 top C velocities 75 mph or higher
• 20 best pop times under 2.00

As part of our post-event coverage, we're highlighting some of the top performers by position—continuing with the outfielders. Stay tuned throughout the week as we continue to release more leaderboards and individual scouting reports for every player who participated.

To view the full event statistics, CLICK HERE.

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+ Arguably the state's top uncommitted rising senior, OF Cross Tonsmeire (Vestavia Hills, 2026) delivered a standout showing both in the showcase and in-game settings, where he seemed to square up the baseball consistently with each swing. At 6-foot-0, 202-pounds, Tonsmeire is a physical right-handed barrel with serious, easy impact to both gaps. There was consistent loud contact in BP, posting a top EV of 100.3 mph, and continued to mash during gameplay where he recorded multiple hits, including a home run. Can play all three outfield spots with high-level athleticism, as evidenced by his 6.79-speed. The tools are loud for the Class 7A 1st Team All-State member who hit north of .380 in the highest classification this spring.

+ Another highly-ranked uncommitted 2026 prospect, OF Clayton Rice (American Christian, 2026) should near the top of the list for college recruiters to see this summer. An impressive 6-foot-1, 192-pounder with present strength and athleticism in the profile, Rice continues to display an advanced left-handed bat with easy all-fields pop. The bat gets on-plane early allowing for extension and some leverage in the swing, and consistently yields high exits off the barrel. Clocked a 6.80 60-yard dash, was 88 mph from the OF, and posted a top EV of 97.6 mph during BP. Tools galore with a physical left-handed bat.

+ OF Ross Christy (Fultondale, 2029) did more than enough to exceed our staff's expectations, which were already high going into the event. One of the youngest players in attendance, Christy emerged as a clear winner from the two-day span with a solid workout and multiple extra-base hits in gameplay. A 5-foot-9, 156-pounder, the rising freshman possesses a thick, physical build with advanced athleticism for the age. The ball is already coming off at a high-level, which was evidenced by a 95.2 mph EV in BP and multiple deep drives to the pull-side in-game. Also a 7.05-runner. Cementing himself in the upper-tier group of prospects in Alabama's 2029 class.

+ OF/LHP Drew Jackson III (American Christian, 2028) just continues to stack standout performances one event after another. The 5-foot-9, 171-pound rising sophomore has advanced barrel skills in the left-handed swing that showcases the ability to match plane very well. Clean path to contact already showing some pull-side impact, 98.9 mph EV. Has an advanced feel for the barrel showing present whip and bat speed. Also a talented southpaw who has been up to 90 mph in a start at LakePoint Sports in the day after the event. High-level two-way prospect.

+ Seeming to live on the barrel throughout the event, OF Cole Miles (Hartselle, 2026) was a clear standout and looked the part of one of the top outfielders in the state this week. A 6-foot-0, 199-pounder with a mature, strong build, Miles consistently drove the baseball to both gaps during BP and proceeded to a go a perfect 4-for-4 with four singles during gameplay. The right-handed swing is physical and compact with obvious strength to the barrel coming off, posting a top EV of 100.0 mph. Has a level path with a gap-to-gap approach that helps back-spin balls to the gaps. Also ran a 6.94 60-yard dash.

+ There are a lot of good swings in the 2027 class in Alabama, and OF Charlie Maniscalco (Oxford, 2027) may have the best. A slick-swinging left-handed stroke, the 5-foot-11, 176-pounder takes a clean, easy path to the point of contact and stays fluid in the swing. The barrel works on an upward path some impact off and future power to come. Clocked a 6.86 60-yard dash, was 87 mph from the OF, and posted a top EV of 96.5 mph.

+ Add another sweet left-handed swing to the above conversation with OF Austin Barnett (Thompson, 2027), who continues to showcase an impressive feel for the barrel. A 6-foot-1, 185-pounder, the rising junior has a smooth, low-pulse operation at the plate the frequently squares up the baseball with most swings. Posted a top EV of 96.0 mph and had a two-RBI double in-game. Broke out this spring hitting in the leadoff spot for a loaded Warrior lineup, and continues to impress into the summer.

+ OF Manning Amorde (UMS-Wright, 2027) showed really well with the left-handed stick throughout the event, including a pair of multi-hit performances in-game. A strong 5-foot-11, 187-pounder, Amorde has a controlled barrel through contact with some lag to the swing. The approach is to the middle of the field with some impact in the barrel, posting a 95.9 mph EV. Ran a 7.06 60-yard dash, and proceeded to go 4-for-5 with two singles, two home runs, and three RBIs during gameplay.

+ OF Judson Harris (Gulf Shores, 2027) showcased impressive twitchy athleticism and tools packed into a 5-foot-10, 148-pound build throughout the event. A multi-sport prospect as QB1 for the Dolphins, Harris possesses serious whip to his right-handed barrel that delivered some loud contact during BP and peaking at 96.8 mph. Uses a toe-tap trigger for timing with an upward path through contact. Added a single during gameplay with consistent quality at-bats. A 6.95-runner with throws peaking at 89 mph from the OF.

+ A personal favorite to watch play for our staff, OF/LHP Brayden Entrekin (Russellville, 2028) continues to just do what he does on a consistent basis. A top two-way talent in the 2028 class, the rising sophomore stands 5-foot-9, 163-pounder who plays much bigger than the size would suggest. An absolute gamer with advanced barrel accuracy and a quality left-handed swing, Entrekin seemed to barrel up everything thrown his way at the event. After showing consistent pull-side contact with a top EV of 97.8 mph during BP, the left-hander found mutliple barrels during gameplay, highlighted by a massive home run to the pull-side. 7.00-runner. Low-80s fastball with advanced pitch-ability on the mound, as well.

+ OF Cross Bowen (Cullman, 2027) showcased quality tools in multiple facets of the event and continues to boost his stock as a name-to-know 2027 outfielder. Listed at 5-foot-10, 153-pounds, Bowen has a wiry, athletic frame with a quick, twitchy left-handed swing at the plate. Active, quick hands working the barrel on an upward path. Selective approach in-game with multiple walks. 6.90-yard dash, 86 mph from the OF, and a 98.6 mph EV in BP.

+ Massive tools contined to shine for OF Samuel Elleard (Spanish Fort, 2026), who was a standout during the workout and proceeded to belt a home run during gameplay. Hitting from an upright position, incorporates the strength well in the swing using a 6-foot-1, 181-pound build. The swing is fairly compact with loads of strength at impact and working the barrel on an upward path. Was a 6.71-runner in the 60-yard dash, up to 87 mph from the OF, and posted a top EV of 100.7 mph with a 388 ft. max distance during BP.

+ A Class 6A 1st Team All-State member, OF Cruise Baker (Hartselle, 2026) took an loud round of BP during the workout showing some impressive impact ability to the pull-side gap using a smaller, twitchy frame. The right-hander takes vicious cuts with intent to hammer the baseball with authority working the barrel upward through the swing. Possesses elite bat speed and swings hard with each cut. Posted a top EV of 96.9 mph during BP and hit a two-run home run during gameplay. Also a 6.91-runner with throws peaking at 87 mph from the outfield, where he covers tons of ground in CF.

+ OF Hunter Davis (Mountain Brook, 2026) really impressed our staff in multiple looks this spring and continued to show well in the two-day event. Flashing impressive tools in a compact 5-foot-8, 172-pound build, the left-hander possesses a quick swing with a flat path through contact. Has a short, simple operation and displayed some impressive all-fields power with a top EV of 99.5 mph. Had an RBI double and a single during gameplay. Also a well-rounded athlete, clocking a 6.77 60-yard dashing during the workout.

+ Another talented uncommitted 2026 outfielder, OF Hudson Campbell (Glenwood, 2026) continues to show the ability to impact the baseball at a high level. A 5-foot-8, 172-pounder, the rising senior has an athletic build with present proportional strength. The right-handed swing shows easy all-fields pop paired with a loose, whippy barrel through the zone. Consistently on the barrel during BP, posting a top EV of 101.5 mph. Also recorded a pair of singles and a pair of stolen bases in gameplay. 7.15-runner, as well. 

+ OF Davis Kelley (Helena, 2026) should be another talented uncommitted 2026 outfielder for college coaches to follow this summer. A 6-foot-0, 173-pounder with a wiry, athletic build and some present strength, Kelley showcases impressive bat speed in his right-handed swing that consistently delivered loud contact to the pull-side gap during BP. Simple operation with a short stride yielded a top EV of 97.1 mph EV. Showcased the athleticism with a 6.92 60-yard dash and peaked at 87 mph on throws from the OF. Also added an RBI single during gameplay.

+ An easy standout from the workout portion of the event, OF Slade Bounds (Spain Park, 2027) continuously puts his loud tools on full display at each showcase. At 5-foot-10, 187-pounds, the rising junior has a powerful, connected right-handed swing that works on a physical, upward path through contact. Mostly pull-side approach looking to hammer and hit for power. Posted a top EV of 98.0 mph during BP and hit a double during gameplay. Elite athleticism flashed during the workout, where he clocked a blazing 6.65 60-yard dash.

+ Another intriguing uncommitted 2026 outfielder, OF Lane Bilodeau (Hewitt-Trussville, 2026) enjoyed a well-rounded showing throughout the two-day event. An athletic 5-foot-8, 155-pounder, the right-hander has a quick, controlled leg kick for timing and stays short and compact throughout the swing. Showcases a quality feel for the barrel using a line-drive approach in the box. Level path through contact allows him to match plane well. Added a pair of singles and a pair of walks during gameplay. Also a 7.01-runner in the workout.

+ OF Noah Cain (Bayside Academy, 2026) possesses impressive bat-to-ball skills to pair with a twitchy left-handed swing. Measuring in at 5-foot-9, 157-pounds, the rising senior fits the mold of a top-of-the-order type bat who has comfortability driving consistent line drives to all parts of the field. Has a quick, whippy barrel with some leverage in the repeatable swing. Also ran a 6.70 60-yard dash while peaking at 87 mph on throws from the OF. Added a single in gameplay. 

+ OF/RHP Will Congo (James Clemens, 2027) continues to make noticeable strides to his overall game, which were easy to see throughout the two-day event. A 5-foot-10, 163-pounder, Congo is a quality athlete who keeps adding quality strength to his build. Shows the ability to manipulate the barrel in the right-handed swing with quick hands flashing. Recorded a top EV of 97.6 mph EV and recorded two singles and two stolen bases in gameplay. Showed plus arm strength from the OF, peaking at 93 mph during the workout.

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