The 2026 high school baseball season is right around the corner, and as always, excitement is building across the Bayou State. Programs from every corner of Louisiana have been hard at work this offseason—honing skills, building chemistry, and setting their sights on a return trip to Sulphur for the LHSAA State Championships. As is tradition, the state is once again loaded with talent, from seasoned veterans to rising underclassmen ready to make their mark.

Over the coming weeks, we’ll take an in-depth look at teams from every region as part of our comprehensive season preview series. These previews will lead right up to Opening Day, followed by the release of our Power 25 Rankings and the return of our always-popular Game of the Week feature.

Throughout the spring, Prep Baseball Louisiana will continue to be your one-stop source for everything related to high school baseball across the state. Be sure to check back weekly for our Player and Pitcher of the Week honors, updated Power 25 Rankings, and plenty of additional coverage highlighting the stories, performances, and programs that make Louisiana baseball special.

*Please note that all information is based on team preview questionnaires that were sent out and returned by the participating high school coaches.  If you have not received a questionnaire and would like to fill one out, please email State Director Alex Armand at [email protected]

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 High School Name: South Beauregard High School

Head Coach: Jeremy Deville

Classification: Class 3A (Non-Select D-III)

District: 3-3A

2025 Record: 25-12

2025 Playoff Finish: State Semifinalist

No. of Returning Positional Starters: 3

No. of Returning Pitchers: 3

Team Strengths: Pitching, Defense, & Selflessness

Top Upperclassmen (2026 & 2027 Class): 2026 SS/RHP Jed Henry (Arkansas State Mid-South), 2027 3B/RHP Alex Baggett, 2027 OF/RHP Drew Smith, 2027 C Hunter Bellard

Top Underclassmen (2028 & 2029 Class): 2028 IF/RHP Jackson Yellott, 2029 OF/RHP Drew Barrow

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Team Outlook

The South Beauregard Golden Knights have established themselves as one of the top programs in Class 3A, and despite some key departures from last season’s semifinal squad, the expectations in Longville remain the same—compete for a state championship. Head Coach Jeremy Deville will once again rely on a combination of pitching, defense, and a team-first culture to carry this new group deep into the postseason.

Top Returning Players

-Senior SS/RHP Jed Henry

Henry returns as the team’s unquestioned leader and spark plug at the top of the lineup. The senior hit .396 in 2025 with 28 runs scored and 24 RBIs, setting the tone offensively and defensively. One of the best shortstops Coach Deville has ever coached, Henry is a natural “ball hawk” who plays the game with a high baseball IQ and relentless energy. On the mound, he posted a 5-3 record, 3.01 ERA, and 2 saves while working in the low 80s with a well-mixed slider and changeup. His presence on both sides of the ball makes him one of the premier two-way players in the state.

 

-Junior 3B/RHP Alex Baggett

Baggett will be a vital part of South Beauregard’s lineup and rotation in 2026. The junior hit .301 with 19 RBIs and 20 stolen bases last spring and showed flashes of middle-of-the-order power. On the mound, Baggett logged 32 innings, going 2-3 with a fastball sitting 83–85 mph and topping out at 85. He pairs that with a tight slider and a developing changeup. Coach Deville describes him as a “grinder” who competes with pace and confidence.

 

-Junior OF/RHP Drew Smith

Smith hit .250 with 18 RBIs and 14 runs scored in 2025 while providing steady defense in the outfield. He’ll also return to the mound this season after not pitching last spring, where he’s expected to contribute meaningful innings. The 5’11”, 185-pound right-hander features a low-80s fastball with a sharp curveball and changeup. Smith’s experience and leadership in the outfield make him a valuable piece to this year’s core.

 

-Junior C Hunter Bellard

Bellard steps into a full-time catching role after gaining valuable experience the past two seasons behind all-district backstop Luke Fontenot. A solid defender with a 2.0–2.1 pop time, Bellard handles the pitching staff well and brings a steady, competitive presence behind the plate.

 

Underclassmen to Watch

-Freshman OF/RHP Drew Barrow

One of the most exciting freshmen in Southwest Louisiana, Barrow is a 5’10”, 170-pound athlete with 6.75 speed in the 60-yard dash. He handles the bat extremely well for his age and creates chaos on the bases. On the mound, he works in the low-80s, topping at 84 mph, mixing a fastball, curveball, and changeup. Barrow could play a major role in the Knights’ pitching staff this season, whether as a starter or high-leverage reliever.

 

-Sophomore INF/RHP Jackson Yellot

Yellot, a 6’1”, 185-pound sophomore, has shown significant strength gains this offseason and could be an impact bat with developing power. He’s also expected to contribute on the mound and provides valuable depth across the infield.

 

Outlook

It’s a new look for South Beauregard in 2026, but the expectations haven’t changed. The Golden Knights’ combination of veteran leadership, talented underclassmen, and a “team-first” mindset should keep them in the mix as one of the top programs in Division III Non-Select.

Coach Deville summed up the program’s approach best:

“Our goal every year is to be as good as we’re capable of being. If we achieve that, we’ll be in position to compete for a district and state title.”

With a strong junior class ready to step into bigger roles after learning behind two senior-heavy groups, South Beauregard once again looks poised to make noise in 2026—and another deep postseason run is well within reach.

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