2026 Biggersville Lions Team Preview
January 23, 2026
The 2026 Mississippi 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 Mississippi.
Teams across the state have goals and aspirations to finish their seasons at Pearl’s Trustmark Park, in the State Tournament finals at the end of May, 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 individual teams across Mississippi. We will take you right up to first pitch this season with these team previews, eventually releasing our Preseason Power 25 rankings that’ll carry us into the opening week of action.
Please keep checking back throughout the season as we will be your one-stop shop for everything related to high school baseball across the state. Each week we will be releasing our Players of the Week and updating the Power 25 rankings.
Our 2026 preseason coverage continues today.
High School: Biggersville Lions
Head Coach: Justin Whitaker
MHSAA Classification: 1A
District Number: 1-1A
2025 Record (Playoff Finish): 15-16 (Third Round Playoffs)
ROSTER PREVIEW
+ Top Returning Position Players:
- INF/P Case Hilliard (2026)
- INF/P Brooks Seago (2026)
- OF/P Dillon Johnson (2026)
- OF Xae Mayes (2026)
- INF/P Jaden Clifton (2027)
- INF/P Braden Hill (2027)
- C/P Carsen Price (2028)
+ Top Returning Pitchers:
- P Case Hillaird (2026)
- P Brooks Seago (2026)
- P Dillon Johnson (2026)
- P Jaden Clifton (2027)
- P Carsen Price (2027)
More Names to Know
2027s:
- P Brady Davis (2027)
TOP NEWCOMERS
+ Impact Underclassmen:
- Dem Gunn (2029)
- Logan Davis (2029)
- Brady Basden (2029)
- Coby Hill (2030)
- Gage Presley (2030)
2026 OUTLOOK
+ Biggersville enters the 2026 season coming off a 15–16 campaign that included a third-round playoff appearance in Class 1A, returning a battle-tested core that logged meaningful varsity innings and at-bats a year ago. Under head coach Justin Whitaker, the Lions bring back a roster built on versatility and toughness, with multiple two-way contributors capable of impacting games on both sides of the ball as they compete in District 1-1A.
The strength of the lineup lies in its experience and flexibility. Case Hilliard (2026) returns as one of Biggersville’s most important pieces, providing value in the infield while also serving as a reliable arm on the mound. His ability to contribute in multiple phases gives the Lions a steady presence in the middle of the lineup and a trusted option in pressure situations. Brooks Seago (2026) offers a similar two-way profile, bringing consistency at the plate and competitiveness on the mound, making him another cornerstone of the 2026 class.
Dillon Johnson (2026) adds athleticism and impact from the outfield, while also factoring into the pitching staff. His ability to influence the game offensively and defensively gives Biggersville added matchup flexibility. Xae Mayes (2026) provides depth and speed in the outfield, rounding out a senior-heavy group that should give the Lions stability throughout the spring.
The next wave of contributors is already firmly in place. Jaden Clifton (2027) and Braden Hill (2027) both bring two-way upside, capable of handling infield duties while also providing innings on the mound. Their continued development will be key as Biggersville looks to balance experience with emerging talent. Behind the plate, Carsen Price (2028) stands out as a young catcher with arm strength and defensive value, while also projecting as a future contributor on the mound.
On the pitching side, Biggersville returns a deep group of arms led by Hilliard, Seago, and Johnson, with Clifton and Price adding additional coverage. That depth should allow the Lions to manage innings effectively and stay competitive across a full district schedule. Brady Davis (2027) is another arm to watch as he pushes for a larger role within the staff.
The underclass group adds long-term upside to the program. Dem Gunn, Logan Davis, and Brady Basden (all 2029s) represent the next layer of athletic talent, while Coby Hill and Gage Presley (2030) highlight the continued youth development within the program.
With a roster built around experienced two-way players, solid pitching depth, and a steady influx of young talent, Biggersville enters 2026 positioned as a competitive Class 1A club. If the Lions continue to get consistent production from their returning core and see growth from their underclassmen, they have the makeup to push deeper into the postseason once again.
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