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Prep Baseball Iowa Rankings Insider: Class of 2029 (March 2026 Update)


Tyler Cropley
Assistant State Director, Prep Baseball Iowa

 

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NUMBER ONE

Cooper Sweeney RHP / 3B / Assumption, IA / 2029


Two-way prospect with elite arm strength and a projectable frame. On the mound, shows advanced body control with a long, clean arm path that works downhill, sitting 86-88 mph with feel for spin on both the breaking ball and changeup. Projects for added velocity and command as he continues to mature. Defensively, a confident infielder with athletic actions and plus arm strength (88 mph INF). Offensively, features an aggressive, high-energy swing with above-average strength and natural pull-side loft power.

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Milo Schroeder 3B / RHP / Western Dubuque High School, IA / 2029


6-foot-2, 170-pound two-way prospect with a repeatable delivery and good momentum down the mound. Works from a clean, above-average arm path out of a 3/4 slot, sitting 83-85 mph and touching 86, while mixing a curveball and changeup that tunnel effectively. Shows athletic actions with reliable hands and improving arm strength defensively. At the plate, the right-handed hitter displays a whippy barrel, high hand speed, and easy plus raw power with pull-side lift.

Henry Kelly OF / LHP / Northwest High School, IA / 2029

Left-handed hitter with notable bat speed and two-way versatility as an outfielder and left-handed pitcher. In the outfield, covers ground well with plus foot speed (6.88 60), athletic actions, and a strong, accurate arm (87 mph). At the plate, shows a smooth, repeatable swing with high hand speed, producing consistent line-drive and fly-ball contact (95.8 mph max exit velocity) with developing pull-side power.

Brooks Anderson SS / OF / Dowling Catholic, IA / 2029

High-end athlete with premium defensive ability at shortstop and standout bat strength. Posted a class-best 99.6 mph exit velocity, producing loud, explosive contact with significant raw power upside from the right side. Defensively, pairs plus arm strength (88 mph INF) with quick, confident actions and quality range.  

Frankie Pagano LHP / 1B / Dowling Catholic High School, IA / 2029


Left-handed two-way prospect with a standout combination of arm speed, spin, and offensive impact. On the mound, features a simple, repeatable delivery with a clean arm action, working 82-86 mph (touch 86.2) with above-average spin. His curveball shows plus potential, spinning over 2800 rpm with strong tunneling off the fastball. Offensively, generates elite hand speed with a fluid, line-drive swing and easy pull-side power.

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UPCOMING IOWA EVENTS

EVENT DATE LOCATION
Preseason ID-Western Iowa 05/02/2026 Sioux City, IA
Rising Stars ID-Western Iowa (2030s Only) 05/02/2026 Sioux City, IA
Preseason ID-Central Iowa 05/03/2026 Waukee, IA
Rising Stars ID-Central Iowa (2030s Only) 05/03/2026 Waukee, IA
Preseason ID-Eastern Iowa 05/03/2026 North Liberty, IA
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