NORTHPORT, AL - The 2026 Yellowhammer State Games made its debut to River Run Park in Northport, AL, on June 16-17 for the third edition of the premier summer event on the Prep Baseball Alabama calendar. More than 210 of the state's top prospects from the 2027-2030 classes converged in Northport for two days of pro-style workouts and gameplay while competing alongside and against many of Alabama's top talents.

With Future Games, Junior Future Games, and other marquee summer events on the horizon, the Yellowhammer State Games once again served as one of the most important evaluation opportunities of the year for the Prep Baseball Alabama staff. The event featured high-level competition, loud statistical performances, and numerous prospects who further elevated their stock heading into the remainder of the summer.

The following Quick Hits article highlights several standout performers from the outfielder group with brief scouting notes and observations gathered throughout the event.

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Brock Green OF / LHP / Northside, AL / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 12 There may not have been a more impressive round of BP than the one Green put together, as he continuously pummeled baseballs with authority to the pull side and showcased some of the best present strength and budding power in Alabama's 2028 class. The 6-foot-4, 206-pound prospect possesses a strongly built frame and commands attention whenever he steps into the left-handed batter's box, carrying legitimate home run potential with every swing. Green utilizes a simple, quick load for timing and leads the barrel with real heaviness into contact, allowing the strength in the frame to create impact at a remarkably high level. He posted a peak exit velocity of 104.6 mph with multiple triple-digit exits during his round of BP. Perhaps even more impressive for a prospect with his physicality was a 6.81-second 60-yard dash. Green also offers intriguing two-way traits after operating in the low 80s and topping at 84.4 mph on the mound and remains a high-level follow for college coaches over the coming months and beyond.

Ross Christy OF / Fultondale, AL / 2029 Rankings  StateRank: 4 OverallRank: 112 Christy continues to look like one of the more tooled-up players in Alabama's 2029 class and appears to be on the cusp of another big summer heading into his sophomore year. A Junior Future Games alum from last summer, the 5-foot-10, 182-pound prospect possesses a strongly built frame with defined strength throughout. Offensively, Christy works from a balanced setup and utilizes an early stride before firing the barrel through the zone with explosive actions, quickness, and strength in the hands. He delivers the barrel on an uphill path and consistently hammered baseballs gap-to-gap during BP, producing low-90s exit velocities to all parts of the field with a peak of 95.9 mph. Christy also turned in one of the top athletic performances of the event with a 6.59-second 60-yard dash and remains a name college coaches should continue to become more familiar with over the next year.

Austin Kightlinger OF / Northside, AL / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 8 OverallRank: 383 Kightlinger continues to build on a strong 2026 campaign following a breakout 2025 that saw him attend the Future Games and ultimately commit to Indiana last fall. The strength and athleticism in the 6-foot, 172-pound frame continue to show up in every aspect of his game, and the tools consistently translate in both workout and game settings. Offensively, Kightlinger works from an athletic setup with a leg kick and early hand movement in the load, allowing him to deliver the barrel on a pronounced uphill path with present barrel quickness. He repeats the swing exceptionally well and consistently impacts the baseball while also thriving with the gamer qualities that have become synonymous with his profile. Kightlinger ran a 6.59-second 60-yard dash and posted a peak exit velocity of 102.2 mph during BP. He elected not to throw during the workout but has previously worked up to 95 mph from the outfield earlier this summer.

Austin Barnett OF / Thompson, AL / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 26 A Future Games alum from last summer and current UAB commit, Barnett continues to showcase one of the prettier left-handed swings in the state. The 6-foot-1, 209-pound prospect has added strength to an already strong frame, and it has translated into more impact in the barrel. Barnett features a loose, low-effort left-handed swing with the ability to use the entire field, though the best power currently plays to the pull side. He also showed quality swing decisions throughout gameplay and produced a couple of barrels against quality arms during the event. A corner outfield profile, the left-handed bat remains the carrying tool and continues to make him an intriguing offensive follow.

Cohen Walker OF / Vestavia Hills, AL / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 58 Walker has quickly cemented himself as a name to know for college coaches this summer following a productive spring in which he hit at the top of the order for one of the state's premier lineups. The 5-foot-11, 176-pound prospect possesses an intriguing blend of tools and continued to showcase them throughout the event. Offensively, Walker hits from an upright setup with a wider hand set and creates quality extension out front while staying well connected throughout the swing and consistently finishing with two hands. He worked the baseball back through the middle of the field with a gap-to-gap approach and produced a peak exit velocity of 99.9 mph during BP. Walker also turned in one of the top athletic performances of the event with a blazing 6.44-second 60-yard dash to help compliment the impact in the offensive profile.

Slade Bounds OF / Spain Park, AL / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 30 The tools were fully on display for Bounds, who continues to showcase one of the better all-around tool sets in Alabama's 2027 class, regardless of commitment status. The 5-foot-10, 190-pound prospect possesses a strongly built frame with a dynamic blend of strength and athleticism that shows up throughout the profile. Offensively, Bounds features a quick, compact right-handed swing and generates considerable impact through defined hand strength that allows the ball to jump off the barrel. Triple-digit exit velocities are quickly becoming the norm when he squares the baseball, and he once again produced loud contact throughout BP, posting a peak exit velocity of 102.9 mph. Bounds also led the event with a blazing 6.37-second 60-yard dash, further highlighting the impact tools that continue to make his profile one of the more intriguing in the state's senior class.

Christian Alexander OF / Prattville, AL / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 92 Alexander was one of the quiet winners of the event and translated a strong workout into quality gameplay looks over the two days. The uncommitted rising senior possesses a lean, highly athletic 5-foot-8, 155-pound frame and is coming off an impactful spring at the Class 7A level. Offensively, Alexander showcases quality bat-to-ball skills from the right side of the plate and pairs them with present bat speed, good rhythm, and quickness throughout the swing. He posted a peak exit velocity of 92.3 mph during BP and followed it up with a pair of extra-base hits in gameplay while also showing the ability to impact the game with his athleticism on the bases. Alexander turned in one of the top athletic performances of the event with a blazing 6.52-second 60-yard dash and offers defensive versatility with the ability to play both the outfield and infield.

Evan Money OF / Headland, AL / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 18 Money once again showed why he belongs in the conversation among Alabama's talented group of 2028 outfielders. The right-right prospect brings plenty of athleticism and intangibles to the table and profiles well near the top of a lineup. Offensively, Money utilizes quiet pre-pitch movements and a controlled load that creates quality separation with the hands. He turns the barrel with quickness, firing a level path through the zone with present whip and flashes of power that have already shown up during his high school career. Money produced a peak exit velocity of 96.2 mph during BP while also running a 6.85-second 60-yard dash and showcasing plus arm strength by working up to 92 mph from the outfield. Although he was not originally scheduled to pitch, Money took the mound for a pair of innings and was thoroughly impressive, sitting 84-86 mph and topping at 87.2 mph while spinning the fastball north of 2300 RPM and averaging over 20 inches of induced vertical break, allowing it to play effectively at the top of the zone. He paired it with a low-70s breaking ball that consistently spun around 2600 RPM with hard vertical shape, giving him another intriguing dimension to an already impressive profile.

Cohen Thompson OF / LHP / Mortimer Jordan, AL / 2029 Rankings  StateRank: 11 Already positioned among the top 15 players in Alabama's 2029 class, Thompson once again showcased the traits that have him firmly in that discussion. The 5-foot-11, 155-pound prospect possesses a lean, projectable frame with plenty of strength still to come, which should only continue to elevate the profile. Offensively, Thompson hits from an upright, narrow setup and works the barrel on a quick, compact path from the left side, showcasing some hitterish traits and the present hit tool that made an impact throughout the spring. He consistently drove the baseball to all fields with backspin and carry during BP and produced a peak exit velocity of 95.3 mph. Thompson also ran a 7.01-second 60-yard dash and showed intriguing two-way ability on the mound, operating in the low 80s with a fastball that carried through the zone while displaying feel for spin on a low-70s breaking ball and turning over the changeup effectively. The pitchability is already present, and additional velocity should come as he continues to physically mature.

Trey Harville OF / Austin, AL / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 53 Harville showcased one of the more advanced hit tools in Alabama's 2028 class and continued to show why the offensive profile is so intriguing. While the setup is somewhat unconventional, the 5-foot-11 outfielder makes it work exceptionally well. He operates from a narrow, open stance and works the barrel on a flat, level path, utilizing a controlled load to get back to square while keeping his weight positioned on the backside. Harville maintains quiet hands throughout the load and fires a very quick barrel through contact, repeatedly producing firm line drives to all parts of the field during BP. The athleticism and skill set appear to translate naturally into gameplay, where he projects as a top-of-the-order type hitter. Harville also ran a 6.77-second 60-yard dash and produced a peak exit velocity of 99.0 mph.

Charlie Maniscalco OF / Oxford, AL / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 31 Maniscalco showcased the pretty left-handed swing that has made him an intriguing follow since last summer's Prep Baseball Future Games. The 5-foot-11, 177-pound outfielder possesses an athletic frame and put together another quality offensive showing throughout the event. He works from a tall, relaxed setup with a conventional load and has a heavy feel to the barrel through the zone. Maniscalco repeatedly peppered baseballs deep to the pull side during BP while displaying easy, smooth actions throughout the swing and produced a peak exit velocity of 94.7 mph. He also turned in a 6.68-second 60-yard dash, further highlighting the athleticism in the profile.

Charlie Williamon OF / Oak Mountain, AL / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 117 Williamon continues to solidify himself as a name-to-know uncommitted outfielder in Alabama's rising senior class following an impactful spring and another strong showing at the Yellowhammer State Games. The 5-foot-9, 157-pound prospect possesses premium athleticism and present twitch that translate throughout the profile. Offensively, Williamon hits from a wider setup with simple movements into contact, allowing his barrel skills to take over. He works on a level path with a repeatable operation and currently produces more line-drive, gap-to-gap contact, though there appears to be additional power to unlock as more physical development and strength come. Williamon consistently produced firm contact throughout BP and posted a peak exit velocity of 100.3 mph. He also turned in one of the top athletic performances of the event, running a 6.55-second 60-yard dash after previously posting a 6.49 earlier this summer.

Clark Durden OF / Hewitt-Trussville, AL / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 69 Durden has continued to build on a strong start to the summer and has already made noticeable strides over the past few months. The 6-foot, 186-pound prospect looks the part physically with added strength throughout the frame, particularly in the lower half, while also showing quality athleticism. Offensively, Durden works from a crouched, slightly open setup and utilizes a simple stride for timing. He does an excellent job incorporating the lower half throughout the swing and turns the barrel with good intent on an uphill path, producing a peak exit velocity of 96.2 mph during BP. Durden also ran a 6.84-second 60-yard dash and worked up to 87 mph from the outfield, though he has previously been up to 92 mph earlier this summer.

Sam Ridley OF / LHP / Tuscaloosa County, AL / 2029 Rankings  StateRank: 12 Ridley showcased one of the more physically imposing profiles in Alabama's rising sophomore class and displayed intriguing two-way traits throughout the event. The 6-foot-1, 201-pound prospect possesses substantial upside on both sides of the ball and already carries a physical presence. Offensively, Ridley hits from an upright, narrow setup with a higher hand set and utilizes a conventional load with some separation before delivering the barrel on a pronounced uphill path. He looks to create lift and impact to the pull side with authority, and the power tool remains the carrying trait in the offensive profile. Ridley posted a peak exit velocity of 97.0 mph and ran a 7.08-second 60-yard dash during the workout. He was equally impressive on the mound, operating from a higher slot while sitting 84-86 mph and topping at 86.8 mph with natural arm-side run, while also mixing in a 68-71 mph curveball with vertical depth and a low-70s changeup that he turned over effectively.

Kade Brantley OF / RHP / Thompson, AL / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 103 Brantley's round of BP was one of the more eye-opening offensive performances of the entire event. The 6-foot-2, 207-pound prospect possesses a physical frame with easy strength and repeatedly showcased the ability to drive the baseball out of the ballpark. Brantley displayed substantial pull-side power throughout his round and generated it with little perceived effort, highlighting the raw strength and impact in the profile. He hits from a slightly upright setup with a simple load and incorporates a quality weight transfer throughout the swing. Brantley posted one of the top offensive metrics of the event with a peak exit velocity of 105.3 mph and also showcased two-way ability by operating in the low 80s and topping at 84.7 mph on the mound.

JC Cummings OF / Opelika, AL / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 64 Cummings showcased one of the louder tool sets among the uncommitted outfielders in Alabama's 2028 class and put together one of the more impressive offensive rounds of the event. The 5-foot-11, 191-pound prospect possesses a strongly built frame with proportional strength and solid athleticism throughout the profile. He put on a show during BP, producing loud contact to the pull side by sinking into the lower half and working the barrel on an uphill path through the zone. Cummings repeatedly drove baseballs deep to the pull-side gap and showed a heavy barrel through contact with significant power upside. He ran a 7.12-second 60-yard dash, worked up to 91 mph from the outfield, posted a peak exit velocity of 102.8 mph, and led the entire event with a max estimated distance of 404 feet.

Asher Long OF / Glenwood, AL / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 113 Long put together another quality all-around workout and further solidified himself as an under-the-radar uncommitted outfielder in Alabama's 2027 class. The 5-foot-11, 179-pound prospect possesses an athletic, high-waisted build and continues to show good skills and fundamentals across the board. Fresh off helping lead his program to a state championship, Long once again showcased the traits that allowed him to produce throughout the spring. Offensively, he features a textbook right-handed swing with good weight transfer and controls the barrel well through the zone on a clean, level path, producing line-drive contact to all fields and a peak exit velocity of 95.4 mph during BP. Long also ran a 6.87-second 60-yard dash and demonstrated the defensive versatility to handle all three outfield spots while working up to 88 mph from the outfield.

UPCOMING EVENTS ⤵️

SHOWCASE	DATE	LOCATION
Gulf Coast Summer ID	June 23, 2026	Orange Beach Sportsplex
Gulf Coast Rising Stars ID	June 23, 2026	Orange Beach Sportsplex
Birmingham Summer ID	June 30, 2026	Pelham High School
Birmingham Rising Stars ID	June 30, 2026	Pelham High School
Tuscaloosa Summer ID	July 7, 2026	Northridge High School
Tuscaloosa Rising Stars ID	July 7, 2026	Northridge High School
Wiregrass Summer ID	July 14, 2026	Enterprise High School
Wiregrass Rising Stars ID	July 14, 2026	Enterprise High School

 

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