Week in Review | Jan. 31-Feb. 6
February 6, 2026
ALABAMA — As we roll into a new weekly feature, we’re excited to introduce Week in Review, a comprehensive recap of everything released across the state during the previous week. Covering the stretch of January 31 - February 6, this edition brings together all of our latest Alabama content, from the latest episode of Around the State and The Prep Baseball Hotlist to in-depth high school team previews and other additional news from around the state. With content continuing to roll out at a high level, our coverage remains second to none, offering readers an unmatched look at Alabama’s high school baseball landscape. Below, you’ll find a complete rundown of all articles and notable updates released throughout the past week.
2026 Super 60 Pro Showcase
We open the new week by recapping the Super 60 Pro Showcase, one of the most prestigious and heavily scouted events on the amateur baseball calendar. Held this past weekend in Chicago, IL, the Super 60 once again brought together the nation’s top draft-eligible prospects and served as an early checkpoint on the road to the MLB Draft. With pro scouts from across the country in attendance, the event provided a high-level look at some of the premier talent in the 2026 class and set the tone for the stretch run into the high school season.
The lone representative for Alabama at the Super 60 was SS Kam Jenkins (Bob Jones, 2026), and the Missouri commit more than held his own among the nation’s top draft prospects. Building on his standout performance at the Huntsville Preseason ID, Jenkins represented the state well on a national stage. He turned heads with a 6.71 60-yard dash, showed smooth, polished defensive actions throughout his workout, and capped the day with an impressive round of BP that produced a top exit velocity of 104.5 mph, further solidifying his place among the event’s elite performers.
For more information, including full stats and metrics, on the 2026 Super 60 Pro Showcase, CLICK HERE.
2026 High School Preseason Content Schedule
In another section, we’re rolling out our tentative high school preseason content schedule, giving readers a look at what’s ahead as we count down to first pitch. With the season rapidly approaching, this schedule outlines the planned release of key preseason coverage, including team previews, rankings, feature content, and additional analysis designed to set the stage for the spring. As always, dates and details are subject to change, but this preview provides a roadmap for the comprehensive coverage we’ll deliver leading into the start of the high school season.
- Updated Class of 2026 Player Rankings - Monday, February 9th
- Podcast: Preseason Class 7A-1A Top-10 Reveal - Monday, February 9th
- Class 7A-1A Top-10 Polls Article Release - Tuesday, February 10th
- Updated Class of 2027 Player Rankings - Tuesday, February 10th
- Updated Class of 2028 Player Rankings - Wednesday, February 11th
- Updated Class of 2029 Player Rankings - Thursday, February 12th
- Inside Class 1A: A Season Preview (PB+) - Thursday, February 12th
- Inside Class 2A: A Season Preview (PB+) - Friday, February 13th
- Inside Class 3A: A Season Preview (PB+) - Saturday, February 14th
- Inside Class 4A: A Season Preview (PB+) - Sunday, February 15th
- Inside Class 5A: A Season Preview (PB+) - Monday, February 16th
- Inside Class 6A: A Season Preview (PB+) - Tuesday, February 17th
- Inside Class 7A: A Season Preview (PB+) - Wednesday, February 18th
- 2026 Kickoff Classic: Event Preview - Thursday, February 19th
On the Rise: Programs Ready to Make a Jump in 2026
This past Monday, we released our first in-depth piece of coverage focused on the upcoming high school season with On the Rise: Programs Ready to Make a Jump in 2026. The article highlights 13 teams from across the state whose mix of returning production, roster continuity, and overall upside suggests they’re positioned to take a step forward this spring. Each team is broken down in a detailed capsule that includes notable returners, a recap of the 2025 record and postseason finish, and additional context on why each program is trending upward heading into the new season.
Originally published as a subscription-only feature, the article has now been opened up to all readers. As of this morning, the full piece is available for free, giving fans, players, and coaches statewide a chance to dive into an early look at programs that could be poised for breakout campaigns in 2026.
To view On the Rise: Programs Ready to Make a Jump in 2026, CLICK HERE.
Breakout Radar: Names Ready to Emerge This Spring
Released last Monday, our Breakout Radar: Names Ready to Emerge This Spring article shines a spotlight on a group of prospects across the state who are primed to take a step forward during the upcoming high school season. This piece identifies players trending upward based on recent evaluations, offseason gains, and on-field tools, highlighting those who could see their stock rise as the spring unfolds. Organized into multiple sections, the article provides a roadmap of names to know as the season approaches, with each featured prospect positioned to make a meaningful impact in 2026.
To view Breakout Radar: Names Ready to Emerge This Spring, CLICK HERE.
Latest Around the State Podcast Episode
This past Sunday, February 1st, we went live with the latest episode of the Around the State podcast, rolling out Episode 5 of Season 5 in another Coaches Roundtable edition. Hosts Austin Sharp and David Sharp welcomed two of the state’s prominent coaches to the show - Billy Chandler (Head Coach, Hueytown) and Lee Hall (Head Coach, Homewood) - for an in-depth conversation centered on their programs.
Both coaches offered valuable insight into their teams, outlining expectations heading into the 2026 season and sharing perspective on what, and who, fans should be keeping an eye on as the high school season gets underway in just a couple of weeks. The episode continues the podcast’s preseason run of in-depth, program-focused conversations from around the state.
The Prep Baseball Hotlist
The Hotlist is a weekly national series that delivers timely insight into the high school baseball landscape, curated by Prep Baseball’s network of state directors positioned across the country. Each week, directors provide boots-on-the-ground intel on prospects in their own backyards, offering a snapshot of players, trends, and storylines that align with the most relevant points on the baseball calendar. With topics rotating weekly based on seasonality, The Hotlist serves as a nationwide pulse check on amateur baseball, blending local evaluations with a broader national perspective.
This week’s topic: With Preseason IDs underway across the country, we’re highlighting prospects who have stood out early and are worth following into the spring. Please submit a PITCHER from your state who impressed at a recent Preseason ID. Include where you saw them, what stood out from the event, and why they’re a player to watch as the spring season approaches.
This week's Alabama entry is RHP Inman Carson, an uncommitted 2027 grad from Oneonta High School who was a clear standout at the Huntsville Preseason ID. ⤵️
“RHP Inman Carson (Oneonta, 2027) showed a strong, durable presence on the mound at 6-foot-2, 193 pounds, working from a high three-quarter arm slot with controlled intent at the Huntsville Preseason ID in early January. The fastball ranged 88-91 mph and topped at 92.0 mph, showing spin rates north of 2300 RPM with some arm-side life through the zone. He paired the heater with a slider at 76-78 mph that showed good tilt and sweeping action, giving him a reliable second offering. A low-80s changeup rounded out the arsenal, and as a former Prep Baseball Future Gamer from this past summer, he remains a name to watch closely heading into the spring.”
2026 High School Team Previews
Continuing our daily rollout, we released a new batch of high school team previews over the past week, offering an in-depth look at programs across the state heading into the upcoming season. Each preview is built directly from questionnaires submitted by high school coaches and provides a comprehensive breakdown of each team, including overall outlook, top returning players, key underclassmen to know, the 2025 finish, and much more. These previews will continue to be released daily as we count down to first pitch in February. High school coaches who did not receive a questionnaire and would like their program featured can email [email protected] to receive one. Please note that questionnaires are available to high school coaches only.
To view all team previews released up to this point, CLICK HERE.
Uncommitted Spotlights
This past week, we continued our Uncommitted Spotlights, a recurring fall series that highlights some of Alabama’s top uncommitted prospects in the junior and senior classes. Released every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the fall, these features focus on talented upperclassmen as they head into the offseason and enter the final stages of their high school careers. With many still available, some overlooked and others quietly flying under the radar, this series provides valuable exposure for players actively seeking the right opportunity to compete at the next level.
To view all uncommitted spotlights released up to this point, CLICK HERE.
Recent Commitments
Rounding out the week, we highlighted a wave of recent commitments in the Classes of 2026 and 2027, spotlighting prospects who took the next step in their recruiting journeys. This section recaps the latest 2026 and 2027 pledges from the past week, recognizing both the players and programs as decisions continue to come off the board.
Class of 2026 Commitments
- OF Joe Cross (Spain Park) has committed to Snead State CC.
- INF Marcus Lawler (Oxford) has committed to Chipola CC.
- C Jack Baggett (Pike Road) has committed to Reid State CC.
Class of 2027 Commitments
- RHP Jude Davidson (Mountain Brook) has committed to Navy.
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