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Hawaii HS Diamond Notes

May 8, 2026
RJ Elmore
Mountain West Operations

💎 HAWAII DIAMOND NOTES

Statistical standouts and notable performances from across the islands. These players have produced at a high level during the spring season. This article is broken up by Grad class, along with additional standouts listed at the bottom.

The Hawaii Diamond Notes highlights standout players from across the state using a mix of statistical production, player spotlights and video coverage. 

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NOTE: Most player stats are regular season numbers. All numbers referenced from ScoringLive.

Class 2026 Standouts

Colten Amai Nakagawa, (Pac5)

Has been one of the top arms in the state, working 38.9 IP, 29 H, 9 R, 6 ER, 14 BB, 57 SO, 5-0, 1.08 ERA. A major piece of Pac-5’s playoff run and a future Rainbow Warrior, he features a smooth, repeatable delivery from the left side with more in the tank as he heads into one of the top pitching staffs in Division I college baseball next year.

Josyah-Michael Napoleon-Umeda, (Honokaa)

Near the top of multiple Division II leaderboards, Umeda made a loud statement in his senior campaign. A true two-way standout for Honokaa, he put together a monster year at the plate, hitting .638 with 30 hits, 7 doubles, 3 triples, 6 home runs, 22 RBI, 29 runs scored, and 11 stolen bases.

He was just as impactful on the mound, working 26.6 IP with 7 hits allowed, 5 runs, 2 earned runs, 13 walks, 50 strikeouts, a 5-0 record, and a microscopic 0.53 ERA. Umeda is an athletic gamer-type player we have seen perform well in our event setting, and that production carried over in a big way this spring with one of the more complete seasons in the state.

Offense: 47 AB, 29 R, 30 H, 22 RBI, 7 2B, 3 3B, 6 HR, 11 SB, 6 BB, .638 AVG

Pitching: 26.6 IP, 7 H, 5 R, 2 ER, 13 BB, 50 SO, 5-0, 0.53 ERA

Jerrell Alston, (Waiakea)

The Sac State recruit has been loud offensively this spring, hitting .600 with 12 H, 7 R and 12 RBI across 20 AB. He features a tall, athletic 6-4, 180-pound frame with a loose, aggressive right-handed swing that works freely through the zone, producing 73.4 mph bat speed and a 103 mph max exit velocity at our preseason event. Present strength and bat speed translate to loud contact with power showing comfortably to all fields, while 88 mph outfield arm strength and a 6.95 runner.

Jerrell Alston - (01/29/2026) (1)

Haena Kaʻaihue, (Kekaulike)

Haena Kaʻaihue was strong on the mound during the regular season, working 16.8 IP with 17 H, 6 R, 1 ER, 8 BB and 20 SO while posting a 0.42 ERA. Up to 86 mph at our preseason event with a CB/SL/CH mix, Kaʻaihue brings projectability in a 6-2, 180-pound frame and backed up the event metrics with a strong spring on the mound for Kekaulike.

Haena Kaʻaihue - (01/29/2026)

Jesse Inouye, (Waiakea)

Producing at a high level in the Waiakea lineup, Inouye is hitting .579 with 11 H, 10 R and 3 RBI across 19 AB. The Waiakea standout brings a compact, athletic profile with real twitch to his game, highlighted by a 6.62 60-yard dash and a 21.1 mph max run speed. Offensively, Inouye shows quickness in the hands with a 74.3 mph max bat speed and has produced a 94.6 mph max exit velocity with an 85.9 mph average exit velocity. The athleticism shows on both sides of the ball, pairing his offensive production with 83 mph across the infield and 81 mph from the outfield, giving Waiakea a versatile piece with speed, defensive value and present bat-to-ball ability. He is headed to Jessup University to continue his career next season.

Caleb Crook, (Kanu o ka Aina)

One of the heavier workloads on the mound this spring belongs to Crook, who logged 44.7 IP with 39 H, 12 ER, a 1.88 ERA, 59 SO and 22 BB. The Kanu o ka Aina arm has shown the ability to hold innings and miss bats, working with a four-pitch mix led by a fastball that has been up to 83.1 mph. Crook pairs the fastball with multiple secondary looks, showing a curveball, slider and changeup that give him different ways to attack hitters. The strikeout production and overall run prevention point to a reliable mound presence with some upside. Crook will be heading to Minnesota Post Grad next year.

Zayne Hookala, (Mililani)

Dominant on the mound this spring, Hookala has posted a 0.81 ERA with 45 SO, 17 H allowed and just 6 BB across 26.0 IP. The Mililani arm brings a composed but electric look on the mound, attacking hitters with confidence and showing the ability to work to all parts of the zone. The strike-throwing has stood out, limiting free passes while still missing bats at a high rate. Another nasty LHP headed to the #GoBows pitching staff.

Alika Ahu, (PAC-5)

Continuing to prove himself as one of the top players in the country, Ahu has hit .468 with 22 H, 16 R and 12 RBI across 47 AB. The PAC-5 bat has shown steady barrel control and the ability to be a consistent run producer. Ahu has been a key piece to PAC-5’s success this season, bringing reliable offensive production while also adding value on the mound with 7.1 scoreless innings during the season, all coming in meaningful spots. He is a player who has recieved some MLB Draft buzz and is set to attend Stanford for next season.

Keaka Alana, (Kapolei)

Steady offensive production has defined Alana’s spring, hitting .462 with 24 H, 24 R and 12 RBI across 52 AB. The Kapolei bat has consistently found ways to impact the game, showing the ability to get on base, score runs and produce with traffic on. Alana’s production speaks to a reliable bat-to-ball skill set and a quality offensive approach, giving Kapolei a steady piece in the lineup throughout the season. 

VIDEO FROM 2023

Rory Crabbe, (Honokaa)

Leading the way for the Honokaa offense, Crabbe is hitting .472 with 25 H, 20 R and 21 RBI across 53 AB. He also added key value on the mound for the Dragons, logging 15.6 IP with just 4 H allowed, 1 R, 0 ER, 3 BB and 28 SO while posting a 2-0 record and 0.00 ERA. Crabbe gives Honokaa a productive two-way piece, pairing run production at the plate with a controlled lefty look and swing-and-miss ability on the mound.

Rory Crabbe - (01/29/2026) (1)

Isaac Derego, (Honokaa)

Another key run producer for Honokaa, Derego has hit .525 with 21 H, 23 R and 21 RBI across 40 AB. Derego has been a consistent presence in the lineup, showing the ability to hit for average, create run-scoring opportunities and drive in traffic at a high level. He has also added value on the mound, working 16.0 IP with 11 H allowed, 5 R, 4 ER, 6 BB and 27 SO while posting a 2-0 record and 1.75 ERA. The two-way production has made Derego a major piece for Honokaa, giving them a reliable bat in the order and quality innings on the mound.

Iokepa Martines, (Kamehameha)

A steady offensive piece this spring, Martines has hit .405 with 17 H, 17 R and 7 RBI across 42 AB. Martines has shown the ability to consistently get on base and create pressure, adding 5 SB and 9 BB while limiting empty at-bats. The Kamehameha bat brings a reliable table-setting presence with feel for contact. He moves well at the catcher position and has been a standout performer at multiple events with an always “gamer” look to his game.

Koa Marzo Jr., (Mililani)

Productive in multiple ways for Mililani, Marzo Jr. has hit .424 with 14 H, 15 R and 14 RBI across 33 AB. Another future Rainbow Warrior who put together a big offensive season, producing runs while also finding ways to get on base and score in a strong lineup. He also brings defensive versatility with the ability to handle both OF and INF, showing a strong arm that has tested at 91 mph from the outfield (1 year since last tested), while the actions continue to get smoother and smoother. Marzo gives Mililani a well-rounded piece with offensive production, arm strength and defensive value.

Kaden Anderson, (Baldwin)

Driving in runs at a high level, Anderson is hitting .421 with 16 H, 9 R and 17 RBI across 38 AB. The Baldwin bat has been a steady run-producing piece, showing the ability to handle RBI spots and deliver with traffic on. Anderson brings a reliable offensive presence with feel for the barrel and and a short, compact swing with some lift at contact.

Bronson Boucher, (Kamehameha Kapalama)

Producing in big run-scoring spots all spring, Boucher has hit .385 with 15 H, 6 R and 12 RBI across 39 AB. He has shown the ability to handle run-producing spots in a talented lineup while delivering in big moments. The right-handed hitter was a standout performer at last year’s Hawaii Preseason Invitational, where the strength and bat speed showed up in-game with multiple home runs. 

Tanner Kagimoto, (Kaiser)

Steady production for Kaiser came from Kagimoto this spring, who hit .356 with 16 H, 9 R and 14 RBI across 45 AB. He showed the ability to handle RBI opportunities and keep the offense moving with a consistent bat-to-ball approach. The athletic INF is set to attend Hawaii Pacific next year where his versatility could see him make an impact as a freshman.

Hayzen Inouye, (Kaiser)

A short, quick swing from the left side highlights the offensive look for Inouye, who works with an all-fields approach. The Cal Poly recruit brings strong upside as a left-handed hitting C/INF with quickness and athleticism that show up in-game. The tools are already present, and as added strength continues to come, Inouye has the profile of a player to know moving forward.

Judah Ota, (Iolani)

One of the more intriguing long-term profiles in the class belongs to Ota, who pairs a pro-style frame with tools that give him real draft-follow upside. The Iolani product has continued to show flashes of impact ability, with the athleticism, arm strength and physical projection that make him a top prospect in the nation’s 2026 class.

Kahanu Martinez, (Saint Louis)

Few in Hawaii’s 2026 class can match the all-around tool set Martinez brings to the table. The Oregon recruit shows a loose left-handed swing with present bat speed and the ability to use the whole field. Defensively, Martinez has the actions and arm strength to handle shortstop, while also showing real value behind the plate with easy receiving traits and pop times around 1.90. The athleticism, versatility and left-handed bat make him one of the top follow names in the class.

Jandon Perreira, (Saint Louis)

Reliable in the Saint Louis rotation this year, Perreira worked 19.9 IP with 15 H, 10 R, 8 ER, 9 BB and 13 SO while posting a 2.81 ERA. Perreira showed the ability to compete in the zone and limit damage, giving Saint Louis a steady mound presence when called on against some quality lineups. 

Colten Silva, (Saint Louis)

Quietly productive for Saint Louis throughout the spring, Silva hit .308 while bringing smooth defensive actions to the infield. The Allan Hancock recruit shows a simple, short swing with a contact-first approach. 

Kaikoa Nobriga, (Kamehameha Hawaii)

A solid workload on the mound carried Nobriga through the spring, working 33.2 IP with 27 H, 9 ER, a 1.90 ERA, 38 SO and 15 BB. A physical 6-1, 198-pound OF/RHP, the Allan Hancock recruit brings two-way value with present strength, posting 71.4 mph bat speed and a 94 mph max exit velocity at our preseason event. He also showed 88 mph arm strength from the outfield with carry, giving him outfield ability to go with his mound production.

Kaikoa Nobriga - (01/29/2026)

Cole Hatayama, (Hilo)

Cole Hatayama gave Hilo a quality offensive piece during the regular season, hitting .387 with 12 H, 5 R, 2 2B, 2 3B, and 6 RBI across 31 AB. The LHH catcher showed solid impact traits at the Hawaii Preseason All-State, posting a 93.1 mph max exit velocity, 86.7 mph average exit velocity and 365’ max distance. Hatayama’s 58% sweet spot rate also points to a quality bat path with the ability to drive the baseball in the air.

Cole Hatayama - (01/29/2026)

Axel Akau, (Waiakea)

Axel Akau made the most of his opportunities for Waiakea during the regular season, hitting .412 with 7 H, 2 R and 2 RBI across 17 AB. Akau brings some loud bat-speed traits, highlighted by an 80.8 mph max bat speed, 99.9 mph max exit velocity and 88.9 mph average exit velocity. The Yavapai recruit has a built 6'4 200 frame with more in the tank.

Axel Akau - (01/29/2026)

Class 2027 Standouts

Lucas O'Brien, (Kalaheo)

Working as the ace for Kalaheo this spring, O’Brien logged 38.3 IP with 19 H, 4 ER, a 0.73 ERA, 48 SO and just 7 BB. The Kalaheo arm showed strong strike-throwing ability while limiting damage at a high level, consistently giving his team quality innings. O'Brien is set to attend the Hawaii State Games this upcoming season. 

Conor Wallace, (Waiakea)

Conor Wallace showed well in his opportunities this spring, hitting .400 with 8 H, 7 R and 6 RBI across 20 AB. Wallace brings a quality right-handed offensive profile with present bat speed and barrel feel, posting 71 mph bat speed, a 95.9 mph max exit velocity and an 88.3 mph average exit velocity. He also adds solid athleticism with a 7.02 60-yard time and a 6'3 frame, giving him a well-rounded profile that should continue to trend upward.

Jonah Parker, (Mililani)

Steady production for Mililani all spring came from Parker, who hit .364 with 16 H, 9 R and 7 RBI across 44 AB. Parker showed a reliable bat-to-ball profile and found ways to contribute in a deep lineup. His ability to put together quality at-bats and keep pressure on opposing arms gave Mililani another dependable piece throughout the spring. Another player on this list set to attend the Hawaii State Games in June.

Jayden Perry-Waikiki, (Baldwin)

Pounding the zone for Baldwin this spring, Perry-Waikiki worked 41.0 IP with 26 H, 12 R, 9 ER, 7 BB and 31 SO while posting a 1.54 ERA. Perry-Waikiki showed the ability to pound the zone and limit free passes, giving Baldwin a reliable mound presence with the control and pitchability to handle a heavy workload. He also saw consistent time in the Bears’ lineup, and while the offensive numbers were not loud, the athletic actions show up in the box and continue to point toward upside on both sides of the ball.

Kaikea Patoc-Young, (Kamehameha Kapalama)

A strong year on the mound for Patoc-Young saw him log 30.2 IP with 21 H, 8 ER, a 1.85 ERA, 41 SO and just 5 BB. The Kamehameha arm showed real strike-throwing ability, limiting free passes while missing bats at a quality rate against some of the top bats in Hawaii. A former Future Gamer and USC recruit, Patoc-Young works from a loose, wiry frame with strong upside and a clean left-handed look on the mound, plus a quality three-pitch mix that trends upward.

Micah Bennett, (Punahou)

Climbing velo and missing bats for Punahou this spring, Bennett worked 21.9 IP with 19 H, 8 ER, a 2.56 ERA, 22 SO and 7 BB. Bennett showed the ability to compete in the zone and miss bats at a steady rate, giving Punahou a reliable mound piece throughout the spring. His velo has ticked up, seeing him up to 87mph, a 4MPH jump since we saw him in October of 2025 at the Oahu Open ID.

Ian Wicklund, (Pearl City)

True two-way production for Pearl City all spring has come from Wicklund, hitting .333 with 17 H, 13 R and 9 RBI across 51 AB while adding 2 doubles, 1 triple and 12 SB. Wicklund also brought swing-and-miss value on the mound, working 17.2 IP with 12 H, 6 R, 5 ER, 13 BB and 32 SO while posting a 2.03 ERA. Another #GoBows recruit putting together a quality year, Wicklund fits the athletic, versatile look of the Hawaii recruitment group with the ability to impact the game in multiple ways. 

Logen Doran, (Waiakea)

Tough as ever on the mound this spring, Doran posted a 0.53 ERA with 21 SO, 5 H allowed and 7 BB across 13.3 IP. Doran continued to show why he is a top 50 ranked RHP in the country. Another Future Gamer putting together quality numbers.

Jerome Kalanui, (Maui)

One of the better offensive springs in the state belongs to Kalanui, who hit .523 with 23 H, 12 R and 16 RBI across 44 AB. The long, athletic 6-3, 173-pound left-handed bat showed loud contact at our preseason event, posting a 99 mph max exit velocity, 95.8 mph average exit velocity and 367’ max distance. Kalanui works with a loose, leveraged swing that stays through the baseball, showing the ability to drive it to all fields with more strength still coming. His 7.01 60-yard time plays above the number in-game with long strides that cover ground quickly, adding to a quality left-handed profile that continues to trend upward.

Jerome Kalanui - (01/29/2026)

Jodi Takara, (Pearl City)

A reliable presence in the Pearl City lineup all year, Takara hit .370 with 20 H, 12 R and 8 RBI across 54 AB. Takara showed the ability to consistently find the barrel and keep the offense moving, giving Pearl City a reliable bat with solid contact skills throughout the spring.

Evan Cavaco, (Kalani)

A steady offensive piece for Kalani this spring, Cavaco hit .386 with 17 H, 11 R and 4 RBI across 44 AB. Cavaco showed the ability to consistently get on base and find the barrel, giving Kalani a reliable bat that helped keep the lineup moving while also providing quality defense behind the dish. Hawaii Pacific Recruit.

Jayden Salazar, (Honokaa)

A standout two-way piece for Honokaa all year, Salazar hit .404 with 19 H, 24 R and 15 RBI across 47 AB while adding 6 doubles, 1 HR and 16 SB. On the mound, Salazar was dominant, working 25.6 IP with just 7 H allowed, 0 ER, 1 BB and 49 SO while posting a 4-0 record and 0.00 ERA. The production on both sides made him one of Honokaa’s key pieces, bringing athleticism, speed and run production to Honokaa’s monster season.

Jayden Salazar - (01/29/2026)

Ka'alekahi Kuhaulua, (Kailua)

True two-way production has been on display from Kuhaulua, hitting .333 with 12 H, 2 2B, 2 HR, 8 R and 6 RBI, while also posting a 0.75 ERA with 40 SO across 18.6 IP. The junior features an athletic 6-2, 178-pound frame and a power-driven left-handed path with intent through the zone, producing a 96 mph max exit velocity and a 369' max distance at our preseason event with the ball jumping to the pull side and into the gaps. Effortless 90 mph LH outfield arm strength that produces clean backspin and high-carry throws, plus closing speed and physicality on routes, give Kuhaulua a long-term outfield profile to pair with what he is already doing at the plate and on the mound.

Ka'alekahi Kuhaulua - (01/29/2026)

Tycen Baruela, (Waiakea)

Slashing .438 this spring for Waiakea, Baruela continues to stand out as a quality catcher to know in Hawaii. The Warriors backstop brings a balanced overall profile and impacts the game both behind the dish and at the plate. A 2025 Future Gamer and University of Hawaii recruit, Baruela has now earned his invite to the 2026 Four Corners ProCase in Phoenix, AZ.

Maximus Taniguchi, (Mid-Pacific Institute)

Slashing .435 for Mid-Pacific Institute, Taniguchi collected 10 H, 3 R and 5 RBI across 23 AB in his opportunities. Taniguchi showed the ability to find the barrel and put together quality at-bats, giving MPI another reliable bat with feel for contact. Set to attend the Hawaii State Games in June.

Laakea Inglis, (Mid-Pacific Institute)

Has hit .340 with 16 H, 3 R and 9 RBI across 47 AB. The 5-10, 178-pound Mid-Pacific catcher works with a compact setup and a contact-oriented, line-drive approach, showing barrel awareness and a 92 mph max exit velocity at our preseason event. Behind the plate his actions are steady and reliable, with 1.94-1.99 pop times and accurate throws with carry. Plays the game with passion and shows adjustability within at-bats.

Coen Sardinha, (Kamehameha Kapalama)

Kamehameha’s offense got a major boost from Sardinha, who hit .386 with 17 H, 16 R and 6 RBI across 44 AB. The UCLA recruit shows clean actions both in the field and at the plate, with the athleticism and overall feel to continue trending upward as one of the top players in Hawaii.

Ezra Ugale, (Mililani)

The 2025 Future Gamer was lights out on the mound this spring, working 25.0 IP with just 8 H allowed, 3 ER, 9 BB and 34 SO while posting a 0.84 ERA. The Mililani arm limited damage at a high level and missed bats consistently, giving the Trojans a reliable strikeout presence with the ability to handle big innings. The FB worked up to 92 MPH this spring with natural life and showed confidence in his 3 pitch mix.

Pono Kong, (Kamehameha Kapalama)

Quality innings out of the Kamehameha rotation came from Kong all spring, working 25.0 IP with 9 H allowed, 5 ER and 23 SO while posting a 1.40 ERA. He showed the ability to limit contact and keep runs off the board, highlighted by a 7.0 inning no-hit look against Iolani late in the year. Future Gamer and Future Rainbow Warrior.

Colby Taniguchi, (Kaiser)

A steady workload on the mound made Colby Taniguchi a reliable piece for Kaiser throughout the spring. Taniguchi worked 30.2 IP with 27 H, 10 ER, 16 SO and 11 BB while posting a 2.32 ERA. He showed the ability to compete in the zone and give Kaiser quality innings throughout the spring, while also finding himself in the lineup consistently.

Jackson Wood, (Kaiser)

Few in the 2027 class bring a louder tool set than Wood, the Kaiser standout who has shown major power traits with a 105.5 mph max exit velocity, 91.5 mph average exit velocity and 77.8 mph bat speed, while also running a 6.65 60-yard dash. On the mound, the former Future Gamer has been up to 91.1 mph with the fastball, paired with quality spin traits and a slider that has shown 2600+ rpm spin. He also adds 89 mph arm strength from the outfield, giving Wood one of the top all-around tool sets in the class and making him a name to monitor closely heading into the summer circuit.

Chase Thompson, (Iolani)

In his junior season, Thompson slashed .400 with 14 H, 6 R and 5 RBI across 35 AB. The USC recruit and 2025 Future Gamer showed a steady offensive profile with feel for the barrel, adding 4 doubles and 6 BB while continuing to trend as one of the top follow names in Hawaii’s 2027 class. He is currently ranked in the nation’s top 175 prospects.

Class 2028 Standouts

Mikah Noda, (Waipahu)

Helping power Waipahu’s OIA D2 championship run, Noda hit .519 with 27 H, 24 R and 16 RBI across 52 AB. The 5-10, 143-pound SS/2B works from a balanced right-handed setup and swung a hot bat all spring. 

Mikah Noda - (01/29/2026)

Kai Watanabe, (Baldwin)

Few catchers in his class produced like Watanabe this year, who hit .486 with 17 H, 16 R and 6 RBI across 35 AB. One of the top catchers in his class, Watanabe brings a quality all-around profile with offensive feel, athleticism behind the plate and the ability to impact the game on both sides. Need to know name for August 1. #3 ranked Catcher in the nation's 2028 class.

Brock Ayudan, (Kamehameha Hawaii)

A loud spring for Kamehameha Hawaii put Ayudan among the state’s top SS, hitting .512 with 21 H, 14 R and 12 RBI across 41 AB. One of the top-ranked SS in the state brings a polished all-around profile with feel for the barrel, steady offensive production and smooth defensive actions.

AJ Wida, (Punahou)

At the plate, Wida delivered steady production this spring, hitting .433 with 13 H, 3 R and 9 RBI across 30 AB. The 6-1, 175-pound C/OF brings an impact right-handed bat with loud contact traits, posting 72.1 mph bat speed, a 97 mph max exit velocity and a 360’ max distance at our preseason event. Behind the plate is where the profile really separates, showing 1.89-1.93 pop times with carry, advanced receiving/blocking skills and strong feel for the game. Ranked as the No. 15 catcher nationally in the 2028 class, Wida continues to show one of the top young catcher profiles in Hawaii.

Tyson Santiago, (Hilo)

Two-way value showed up throughout the year for Tyson Santiago, who hit .485 with 16 H, 7 R and 8 RBI across 33 AB while also working 25.6 IP on the mound. The Hilo product was steady offensively and gave quality innings as well, allowing 21 H and 9 ER with 16 SO and 10 BB while posting a 2.46 ERA. Santiago’s ability to contribute on both sides gave Hilo a reliable piece throughout the spring and into the playoffs.

Jake Nishimoto, (Mililani)

Nishimoto made the most of limited varsity at-bats this spring, hitting .455 with 5 H, 5 R, 4 RBI, 1 2B, 1 HR and 3 SB across 11 AB. The athleticism stands out with a 6.83 60, 20.2 mph max run speed and 90 mph OF velo, while also showing two-way traits with a fastball up to 83.4 mph. Set to attend the Hawaii State Games in June.

Malu Rosaga, (Baldwin)

Malu Rosaga brings one of the stronger all-around tool sets in Hawaii’s 2028 class. The Baldwin product hit .320 during the regular season with 8 H, 6 R and 3 RBI across 25 AB, but the overall profile is what stands out most. Rosaga has shown 96.9 mph max exit velocity, 91 mph infield arm strength and has been up to 87 mph on the mound, giving him real two-way upside with impact traits across the board.

Chase Kawakami, (Saint Louis)

Chase Kawakami’s regular season numbers were not off the charts, but the sophomore still led Saint Louis in RBI while facing consistent quality arms. The 2028 INF has shown well across multiple events, with a 95.8 mph max exit velocity, 90.2 mph average exit velocity, 88% sweet spot rate and 81 mph infield arm strength. Kawakami continues to track as a quality follow in the class, with Future Games and Hawaii State Games looks ahead this summer.

Dayton Hanson, (Kamehameha Hawaii)

Dayton Hanson put together a quality sophomore season for Kamehameha Hawaii, hitting .300 with 12 H, 6 R and 10 RBI across 40 AB. Arm trouble kept him off the mound this spring, but Hanson still showed value at the plate and remains an intriguing two-way prospect moving forward. 

Eli Iopa, (Mid-Pacific Institute)

Run production was the story for Iopa all spring, hitting .341 with 15 H, 8 R and 16 RBI across 44 AB. The 5-9, 154-pound SS/3B works from an athletic right-handed setup with quick hands through the zone, showing 66.3 mph bat speed and a 93 mph max exit velocity at our preseason event. Eli continues to trend upward as one of the top 2028 INFs in the state.

Daly Watson, (Punahou)

Daly Watson brings a high-end athletic profile in Hawaii’s 2028 class. The 5-11, 145-pound SS/3B showed a 6.71 60-yard time with twitch and quickness that stand out across his game. While the regular season numbers were not the main separator, the all-around tools make Watson a clear name to know heading into the summer circuit as both an INF and RHP.

Daly Watson - (01/29/2026)

Talon Paahao, (Pearl City)

Paahao gave Pearl City a steady arm throughout the spring, working 29.0 IP with 21 H allowed, 6 BB, 33 SO and a 1.45 ERA. The strike-throwing stood out, limiting free passes while missing bats at a quality rate, with a sweeping slider serving as his main secondary offering. He also saw some at-bats during the year, including his first varsity home run, and the athleticism shows in the box, though the mound is where he was most dominant.

Case Cannon, (Kaiser)

Case Cannon brings an aggressive offensive profile with real twitch and impact for the class. The 5-7, 157-pound INF hit .361 this spring with 13 H, 4 R and 7 RBI across 36 AB, while also showing 70.1 mph bat speed and a 100 mph max exit velocity at our preseason event. Cannon’s barrel feel and ability to lift the baseball stand out, and his dynamic actions on the dirt, 87 mph arm strength and 25.30 max vertical give him a strong all-around profile to track.

Kekoa Payanal, (Punahou)

Kekoa Payanal is another high-end young name to know in Hawaii’s 2028 class. The Punahou standout hit .364 this spring with 12 H, 7 R and 5 RBI across 33 AB, showing a quick bat with feel for the barrel. Ranked inside the Top 175 nationally in the 2028 class, Payanal continues to track as one of the better follows in the state.

Noah Castillo, (Kamehameha Kapalama)

Noah Castillo is another talented two-way in Hawaii’s 2028 class. The 5-8, 169-pound RHP/OF brings an athletic, quick moving look on the mound with a fastball up to 89 mph and a sweeping slider in the 72-75 range that gives him a real swing-and-miss secondary. At the plate, Castillo shows a clean bat path with slight lift and 72.6 mph bat speed, a 95 mph max exit velocity and a 356’ max distance, while also adding 89 mph arm strength from the outfield. With limited innings on a stackd HS rotation, Castillo made the most of his oppurtunities, coming up big in a playoff game with 5.0 strong innings to keep Kamehameha's ILH Championship run going.

Class 2029 Standouts

Liam Villanueva, (Hilo)

Liam Villanueva gave Hilo a strong offensive piece as a freshman this spring, hitting .448 with 13 H, 6 R and 9 RBI across 29 AB. He works with a direct, simple swing and shows strong bat-to-ball skills for his age. At an event last fall, Villanueva posted some of the top ball-flight metrics of the event, including a 100% sweet spot rate, 100% line drive rate and an 81.4 mph on-plane efficiency average. He is a freshman to remember as he heads into summer fresh off a strong year.

Tytan Takahashi, (Pearl City)

Tytan Takahashi stood out as one of the top freshman bats in Hawaii’s 2029 class all spring. The Pearl City bat hit .488 with 21 H, 5 R and 10 RBI across 43 AB, showing advanced feel for contact and the ability to handle varsity arms at a young age. He works with simple actions at the plate and shows the ability to use the opposite field with confidence.

Keona Barraza, (King Kekaulike)

Keona Barraza made an immediate impact as a freshman for King Kekaulike, producing big numbers on both sides this spring. The 2029 two-way standout hit .419 with 18 H, 12 R and 10 RBI across 43 AB, while also posting a 0.81 ERA with 27 SO across 25.9 IP on the mound. Ranked inside the Top 150 nationally in the 2029 class, Barraza has already established himself as one of the top young names to know in Hawaii.

Knox Marzo, (Mililani)

Marzo put together a quality freshman season for Mililani, hitting .371 with 13 H, 9 R, 10 RBI, 1 3B and 4 SB across 35 AB. He showed well in his first varsity look, giving the Trojans steady production and athleticism in the lineup for one of the state’s top clubs while coming up clutch in multiple big moments.

Isaac Sham, (Kaiser)

Isaac Sham made the most of his time for Kaiser this spring, hitting .400 with 6 H, 4 R and 4 RBI across 15 AB. Sham works with a smooth, easy swing and has already shown the ability to perform on bigger stages, standing out at national invite-only Prep Baseball tournaments at a young age. The offensive feel and calm actions make him a young bat to follow moving forward.

Ajay Moss, (Mililani)

Ajay Moss brings an athletic 2029 profile for Mililani with clean actions and velo that should continue to trend upward. The 5-10, 147-pound OF/RHP worked 10.6 IP this spring with 6 H, 4 ER, 11 SO and a 2.64 ERA, showing a clean, repeatable delivery and a fastball up to 85 mph. 

Additional Standouts

Luke Tuasivi, (Roosevelt)

Season Stats: .526 AVG, 20 H, 20 R, 13 RBI, 38 AB.

Kaimi Canyon, (Leilehua)

Season Stats: .412 AVG, 21 H, 12 R, 10 RBI, 51 AB.

Brayden Shizuru, (Mid-Pacific Institute)

Season Stats: .383 AVG, 18 H, 15 R, 4 RBI, 47 AB.

Aaron Omuro, (Maui)

Season Stats: .425 AVG, 17 H, 6 R, 11 RBI, 40 AB.

AJ Withy-Allen, (Moanalua)

Season Stats: .348 AVG, 16 H, 18 R, 10 RBI, 46 AB.

Dylan Yonemori, (Leilehua)

Season Stats: .390 AVG, 16 H, 9 R, 9 RBI, 41 AB.

Pacey Hatanaka, (Kailua)

Season Stats: .421 AVG, 16 H, 11 R, 12 RBI, 38 AB.

Vaughn Simon, (Kailua)

Season Stats: 31.3 IP, 28 H, 11 ER, 2.46 ERA, 26 SO, 8 BB.

Kamakoa Grace, (Waianae)

Season Stats: 30.6 IP, 27 H, 14 ER, 3.20 ERA, 24 SO, 18 BB.

Kukuna Kaaihue, (Kamehameha-Kapalama)

Season Stats: 16.8 IP, 17 H, 8 BB, 20 SO, 0.42 ERA.

Kekona Begonia, (Damien)

Season Stats: .382 AVG, 13 H, 10 R, 6 RBI, 34 AB.

Nixon Murphy, (Castle)

Season Stats: 44.3 IP, 28 H, 12 ER, 1.90 ERA, 57 SO, 15 BB.

Tryten Vicari, (Damien)

Season Stats: .333 AVG, 8 H, 7 R, 8 RBI, 24 AB.

Ezekial Asato, (Mid-Pacific Institute)

Season Stats: .349 AVG, 15 H, 12 R, 10 RBI, 43 AB.

Daylen Soong, (Waiakea)

Season Stats: .471 AVG, 8 H, 5 R, 4 RBI, 17 AB.

Zian Wery, (Waiakea)

Season Stats: .429 AVG, 6 H, 1 R, 4 RBI, 14 AB.

Kanoa Arakawa, (Kamehameha Maui)

Season Stats: 24.3 IP, 17 H, 6 ER, 1.73 ERA, 24 SO, 16 BB.

Cruz Antonelis, (Kalaheo)

Season Stats: .415 AVG, 17 H, 14 R, 14 RBI, 41 AB.

Maximus Davis, (Radford)

Season Stats: .467 AVG, 14 H, 5 R, 10 RBI, 30 AB.

Peyton Hilacion, (Kapaa)

Season Stats: .395 AVG, 17 H, 16 R, 29 RBI, 43 AB.