Athens Summer ID: Quick Hits

Athens, GA - The Athens Summer ID took place at LakePoint event that featured prospects from the 2027-2029 grad classes. This event serves as an identifier of talent to monitor throughout the summer circuit and into high school ball, and so forth. Throughout the week we will be pumping out the content from this event. 

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Today, we take a closer look at the some of the top outfield performers from the event on Tuesday . ⤵️

Athens Summer ID: Quick Hits

Charlie Edwards, MIF, 2028, North Forsyth
Edwards seems to be a model of consistency in each and every look. Athletic and lean 5-foot-10, 159-pounds with tools to project. Found the barrel regularly throughout the round as he posted a max 94.2 exit velocity. Syncs up the longer load well and stays coiled in his back hip well while creating good separation at the plate. Consistently keeps his hands inside in a compact, on-plane path through the zone with barrel feel present. Athletic in the dirt with clean footwork and soft hands as he fielded the ball out front with ease. Accurate throws the bag with budding arm strength and chance to grow into the overall profile.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2028 MIF Charlie Edwards <a href="https://x.com/NoFoBaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NoFoBaseball</a> <br><br>5-foot-10, 159-pounds. <br><br>Syncs up the longer load & keeps his hands inside with barrel feel present. <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/YxHBwmlHWB">pic.twitter.com/YxHBwmlHWB</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066899466595037353?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Jackson Glaser, C/OF, 2029, Athens Academy
The Rising sophomore has made a strong impression amongst staff with each look and has been one of the biggest winners of the summer to date. Lean 5-foot-10, 161-pounds and well-connected LH cut. Stays extremely short to it in a direct path to contact with ability to stay balanced. Polished round of BP as he sprayed the ball to all parts and lived in both gaps as he posted a max 88.6 exit velocity. Quality actions behind the plate with solid footwork and some accuracy to the bag. Posted a 2.05 pop and a 71 C velo. Glaser could be one to buy stock in as a breakout summer campaign appears well under way.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2029 C/OF Jackson Glaser <a href="https://x.com/AcadBaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AcadBaseball</a> <br><br>5-foot-10, 161-pounds. <br><br>Direct path to contact & stays balanced through the zone. All-fields feel. <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/GTGkrqmtFO">pic.twitter.com/GTGkrqmtFO</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066981156763865400?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Elijah Bryant, OF, 2028, Calhoun
Bryant put together a good look across the board. Lean 5-foot-11, 150-pounds with budding tools and strength to project. Shows quiet actions in the box and stays balanced throughout impact while consistently working back up-the-middle of the field. Operates from a linear path in a compact stroke with ability to match plane in a line-drive oriented approach. Posted a max 88.5 exit velocity that will only continue to grow with added strength and size. Athletic actions in the dirt with lateral quickness and chance to continue to grow into the overall profile. Calhoun will look to replace a couple of bats that left for graduation as Bryant looks to be fully in the mix to earn a spot as the Yellow Jackets aim for a 3A state title in ‘27.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2028 MIF Elijah Bryant <a href="https://x.com/CHSBASEBALLGA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CHSBASEBALLGA</a> <br><br>5-foot-11, 150-pounds. <br><br>Quiet actions & linear path through the zone in a line-drive oriented approach. <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/ThKiDT689D">pic.twitter.com/ThKiDT689D</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066929312196903052?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

James Cressend, OF, 2027, Augusta Christian
Uncommitted. Strong day across the board for Cressend in all aspects. Strength litters the physical 6-foot-0, 196-pound frame with present tools to project. One of the louder rounds of BP on the day as he showed power to all-fields. Utilizes a controlled toe-tap load and stays balanced with ground-force strength. Creates excellent barrel length and leverage in-zone for easy carry to both gaps. Explosive hands through the zone stand out with impact in the barrel and posted a max 101.3 and average 92.3 exit velocities. Also tied the event best OF velo at 84 MPH backed by solid footwork and good routes to the ball.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2027 OF/RHP James Cressend <a href="https://x.com/ACLionsBaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ACLionsBaseball</a> <br><br>6-foot-0, 196-pounds. <br><br>Max EV: 101.1 <br><br>Toe-tap load with present bat speed & ability to create carry to both gaps. <a href="https://x.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/CFBYvO02gg">pic.twitter.com/CFBYvO02gg</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066927387246203181?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Chase Thompson, C, 2030, Buford
It was a strong first impression of Thompson amongst staff as he shows well in multiple categories. Lean 5-foot-9, 144-pounds with strength to project and looked the part both offensively and defensively. Posted a max 83.5 exit velocity which led the rising stars group. Works from an upright stance and shows a flat path with present barrel feel, and budding strength throughout the frame. Quality actions behind the plate and led the group of rising stars in both pop time (2.24) and C velo.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2030 C/1B Chase Thompson <a href="https://x.com/Bwolvesbaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Bwolvesbaseball</a> <br><br>5-foot-9, 144-pounds<br><br>Flat path with present feel for the barrel and strength showing throughout the frame. <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensRS26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensRS26</a> <a href="https://t.co/It7HGcvibS">pic.twitter.com/It7HGcvibS</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066889055611043992?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Hudson Bradford, C/OF, 2029, Woodstock
The 5-foot-10, 165-pound rising sophomore put on a show during BP of Tuesday’s Athens Summer ID. Bradford consistently produced backspun line drives to all parts of the field. He showed a slow to fast load with quick hands through the zone and excellent feel for the barrel. Power was definitely evident to the gaps in his explosive and aggressive swings. His max EV was 93.9. Bradford will be a name to keep an eye on as his development continues over the next few years.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2029 C/OF Hudson Bradford <a href="https://x.com/WHSWoodBaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WHSWoodBaseball</a> <br><br>5-foot-11, 159-pounds. <br><br>Max EV: 93.9<br>Max Distance: 368ft.<br><br>Well-connected in a direct stroke with excellent barrel feel & leverage through the zone alike. <a href="https://x.com/ShooterHunt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ShooterHunt</a> || <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/TANpLI1Fu6">pic.twitter.com/TANpLI1Fu6</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066984720873693482?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Tucker Thompson, 3B/1B, 2028, Jefferson
The 6-foot-2, 175-pound rising junior had a great round of BP at Tuesday’s Athens Summer ID. Thompson displayed a smooth and simple lefty swing generating a lot of loud contact for most of his swings. He showed great rhythm and flow to the pull side gap where he generated some power (93.6 Max EV) with great barrel control getting extended through the baseball with his tall and lanky frame. This is a bat to keep a look out for this summer and in the next two years.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2028 3B/1B Tucker Thompson <a href="https://x.com/jdragonbaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@jdragonbaseball</a> <br><br>6-foot-2, 173-pounds. <br><br>Max EV: 93.6 <br><br>Tall, balanced load with barrel length in-zone & carry to all-fields. <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/GtABxehZpc">pic.twitter.com/GtABxehZpc</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066954690940506560?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Collin Phillips, 1B, 2027, Walhalla (SC)
Uncommitted. The 6-foot-1, 225-pound rising senior really impressed at the plate during Tuesday’s Athens Summer ID. Philips showcased an aggressive swing generating loud contact for the duration of his round. He showed a slow to fast rhythm with fast hands to the ball and great barrel awareness hitting balls to all fields with authority. Phillips also showed a strong lower half working from the ground up staying in his legs which assisted in his gap to gap power. He will be a name to watch going into his senior year.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2027 1B Collin Phillips (SC) <a href="https://x.com/1RazorBaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@1RazorBaseball</a> <br><br>6-foot-1, 234-pounds<br><br>Using the whole field with ease throughout a loud round. Tremendous strength from the ground up.<br><br>Max EV: 99.2<a href="https://x.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseball_SC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepBaseball_SC</a> || <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/n8H7SDgU8u">pic.twitter.com/n8H7SDgU8u</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066893282064408619?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Travis Wallace, 2027, CIF, Denmark
Uncommitted. Wallace put together one of the more impressive all-around performances of the day. Extremely physical makeup at 6’3”, 223lbs. Wallace led the way in max EV (102.8), average EV (98.2), and max distance (401ft). Toe tap trigger into a violent swing with lightning-quick hands and tons of barrel control. Clean and repeatable actions throughout the swing. Wallace also showed the ability to man a CIF spot during the defensive workout with an above-average arm at 87mph, and clean footwork around the baseball, putting him in advantageous spots. Big time name to know as he enters his SR year.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2027 CIF Travis Wallace <a href="https://x.com/DanesClub?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DanesClub</a> <br><br>6-foot-3, 223 pounds<br><br>Physical makeup with simple actions in the box and electric hands producing high EV’s.<br><br>Max EV: 102 <a href="https://x.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/G6YqGHnUhR">pic.twitter.com/G6YqGHnUhR</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066930369438667211?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Tex Leonard, 2029, MIF/RHP, West Forsyth
Leonard impressed in all facets of the game during the Athens Summer ID. During BP, Leonard showed an effortless swing from a narrow setup to produce high EVs, topping at 90.2, with a clean bat path and evident bat speed. Line drive, gap-to-gap approach. Defensively, Leonard showed confidence around the baseball with clean footwork, smooth transfers, efficient lateral movements, and an above-average arm. Projects to stick up the middle long term. On the mound, Leonard showed a competitive 4-pitch mix of FB (80-82), CH (74-75), SL (75-77), and CB (69-71). Room to add strength to the frame at 5’11”, 153lbs, Leonard will be intriguing to follow as he enters his SO year.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2029 SS/2B Tex Leonard (<a href="https://x.com/WestFoCoBball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WestFoCoBball</a> )<br><br>5-foot-11, 153 pounds<br><br>Simple actions with a fluid bat path that produces effortless high EV’s.<a href="https://x.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/8yiNmIjskN">pic.twitter.com/8yiNmIjskN</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2067024761805254883?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Hampton Rowland, 2027, C, Madison County
Uncommitted. Rowland showed impressive actions behind the dish and in the box during the Athens Summer ID. Defensively posted pop times ranging from 1.98-2.02 with consistent footwork and transfers. Delivered throws to the bag firmly and accurately, topping at 75mph. Moves well within the 6’ 170lb frame. Offensively, Rowland impressed with a strong lower half and efficient weight transfer. Posted a max EV of 96.9. Intriguing backstop to follow as he enters his SR year at Madison County.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2027 C/3B Hampton Rowland (<a href="https://x.com/MOCO_BSB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MOCO_BSB</a>) <br><br>6-foot, 170 pounds<br><br>Rocks back into his lower half and has a good bat path through the zone. <a href="https://x.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/LRxlyyXiFF">pic.twitter.com/LRxlyyXiFF</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2067012469932060937?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Jackson Roberson, OF, 2029, Cartersville
Roberson, a 5’11”, 178lb rising sophomore, put together an impressive day. The BP round was highlighted by a max EV of 99.1 and an average EV of 95. Sets up from a tall, narrow stance before striding away from the hands and delivering them on a path conducive to creating backspin. Innate barrel control and evident bat speed. Utilizes levers efficiently. Defensively, Roberson showed an 84mph arm while delivering throws accurately to the target. Moves well within the frame and shows a clear comfortability w/ the glove. High floor rising SO. Projectable frame and actions should prove to be an intriguing follow.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2029 OF Jackson Roberson <a href="https://x.com/CHSHurricaneBSB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CHSHurricaneBSB</a> <br><br>5-foot-11, 179-pounds <br><br>Explosive hands from a tall, balanced load with ability to carry balls to all-fields on display. <br><br>Max EV: 99.1<a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/lPdNXfxO29">pic.twitter.com/lPdNXfxO29</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066911746468487632?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Grant Ruegger, 1B, 2028, East Paulding
Ruegger is a lean 6-foot-4, 200 pounds who showed good tools during his performance today. In the box, he has simple actions with a tall athletic setup followed by a toe-tap load and showed a good ability to stay in his legs. He had quick hands and a good barrel path that resulted in a max EV of 100.2 and lots of pullside juice. Defensively, Ruegger had clean actions over at 1B showing good footwork and smooth transfers. Ruegger will be one to watch for as he progresses through his Junior year and continues to fill his frame out..
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2028 1B Grant Ruegger <a href="https://x.com/EastBaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EastBaseball</a> <br><br>6-foot-4, 201-pounds<br>
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<br>Easy pull-side carry with ability to stay connected thru the zone.<br><br>Max EV: 100.2<a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/sx4qrQesRP">pic.twitter.com/sx4qrQesRP</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2066891802062237879?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote>

Jayden Escalante, 3B/SS, 2028, North Hall
Escalante showed off an impressive day Tuesday at the Athens ID. 5-foot-10, 172 pound makeup that backspun balls effortlessly during bp and showed a great feel for his barrel. Had a narrow upright setup, with some pullside juice and a level bat through the zone. Escalante had violent swing actions resulting in a 92MPH max EV. Escalante showed quick hands, good footwork, and overall smooth actions during his infield work. As Escalante enters his Junior year he will be a fun one to watch.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2028 3B/SS Jayden Escalante (<a href="https://x.com/nthbaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nthbaseball</a>) <br><br>5-foot-10, 172 pounds<br><br>Violent swing with lightning fast hands and a swing built for launch.<a href="https://x.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/lCnkSt2N0Y">pic.twitter.com/lCnkSt2N0Y</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2067035860269158745?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 17, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Evan Stack, 3B/RHP, 2027, Mount Pisgah
Uncommitted. Stack, a 6-foot, 230 pound frame showed off one of the best hit tools of the day in Athens. Stack has a simple setup, with quick level hands and a very physical lower half that’s used well. The strong frame resulted in lots of line drives up the middle and some pullside juice as well as he maxed out at 93 MPH EV with a very good feel for his barrel. To round things out at first base, Stack had overall clean actions with a quick arm and some good overall footwork. As Stack progresses into his final year, he will be one to keep an eye out for.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true" align="center"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">2027 3B/RHP Evan Stack (<a href="https://x.com/PisgahBaseball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PisgahBaseball</a>)<br><br>6-foot, 230 pounds <br><br>Max EV: 93.1<br><br>Physical bat with a quick trigger and explosive hands through the zone.<a href="https://x.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/AthensID26?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AthensID26</a> <a href="https://t.co/7lYmN4com4">pic.twitter.com/7lYmN4com4</a></p>— Prep Baseball Georgia (@PrepBaseballGA) <a href="https://x.com/PrepBaseballGA/status/2067034324822536682?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2026</a></blockquote>
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