The 2026 California high school baseball season is quickly approaching and, as usual, excitement is abound 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 California.

Teams across the state have goals and aspirations to finish their seasons in their respective CIF Section Championship Game, 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 these individual programs across California. We will take you right up to first pitch this season with these team previews, eventually releasing our Preseason Power 25 rankings.

Please keep checking back throughout the season as we will be your one-stop shop for everything related to high school baseball across California. Each week we will be releasing our Power 25, Players of the Week, Diamond Notes, podcasts, and much more.

Our 2026 preseason coverage continues today with the Oak Ridge Trojans.

High School: Oak Ridge Trojans
Head Coach: Todd Melton
CIF Section: Sac-Joaquin
Team Strengths: Hitting, speed, and power.
2025 Record: 13-15
Returning Starters: 5

 

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TOP RETURNING UNCOMMITTED PLAYERS

• OF Jasen Womack (2026)
• RHP Noah Nowaski (2026)
• INF Dylan Busalacchi (2026)

• INF Noah Teply (2026)
• INF Antonio Montes De Oca (2027)

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TOP UNDERCLASSMEN

• OF Hudson Vetter (2028)

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TEAM OUTLOOK

The Oak Ridge Trojans enter 2026 looking to take a step forward behind a lineup built on hitting ability, speed, and emerging power. After a 13–15 campaign and CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Division 1 Playoff appearance in 2025, head coach Todd Melton returns a strong core of five starters who give the Trojans a solid foundation on both sides of the ball. Oak Ridge figures to pressure opponents offensively, with an emphasis on timely hitting and good baserunning, while furthering development throughout the pitching staff.

The offense will be driven by a talented senior class. OF Jasen Womack (2026), a First Team All-SFL selection, brings a proven track record of production to the lineup. INF Dylan Busalacchi (2026) profiles as a middle-of-the-order presence with a smooth glove, while INF Noah Teply (2026) sets the tone as a spark-plug leadoff hitter. INF Antonio Montes De Oca (2027) adds versatility and good bat-to-ball skills, and RHP Noah Nowaski (2026), a Second Team All-SFL selection, will be counted on to help lead the pitching staff.

The Trojans also benefit from key pieces around the program, including C Ryan Hubbard (2026), a Santa Clara commit who provides leadership and will handle the pitching staff. OF Hudson Vetter (2028) is an ascending offensive talent with the chance to become a major impact bat as he continues to develop. With a returning group that blends experience and upside, Oak Ridge has the offensive tools to remain competitive in the 2026 season.

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Quote from the Coach

“We should be in the running to win the SFL this year if our pitchers are healthy; otherwise we will need some young but talented arms to step up into bigger roles.”

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Find more information on the 2026 Oak Ridge Trojans program below:

+ @OakRidgeBasebll
+ Prep Baseball California, Power 25 Homepage

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