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: Meridian Wildcats
Head Coach: Tommie Brown
MHSAA Classification: 7A
District Number: 7A Region 3
2025 Record (Playoff Finish): 9-16 (No Postseason)

 

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ROSTER PREVIEW

+ Top Returning Position Players:

• Bryson Jackson
• Ali Jimerson
• Dylan Robinson
• Damarcus Portis
• Jaquavious McCoy
• Aydien Roberts
• Marquis Ellis
• Kentrell Cameron

+ Top Returning Pitchers:

• P Bryson Jackson (2027)
• P Jordan Barfield (2026)
• P Ali Jimerson (2026)
• P Damrcus Portis (2026)
• P Jadarius Williams (2027)

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2026 OUTLOOK

+ Meridian enters the 2026 season focused on resetting the standard after a 9–16 campaign in Class 7A, bringing back a wide base of returning contributors with varsity experience across the diamond. Under head coach Tommie Brown, the Wildcats return athletic position players and a collection of arms that give the program a chance to build momentum as they navigate Region 3 play.

Offensively, Meridian features a lineup built on depth and versatility, with several returning pieces capable of impacting the game in different ways. Bryson Jackson serves as a central figure, providing leadership while contributing on both sides of the ball. Ali Jimerson and Dylan Robinson offer athleticism and lineup stability, while Damrcus Portis brings physicality and run-producing potential in the middle of the order. Jaquavious McCoy, Aydien Roberts, Marquis Ellis, and Kentrell Cameron round out a group that supplies speed, defensive flexibility, and continued competition for everyday roles.

On the mound, the Wildcats return a sizable pitching core that should allow them to mix matchups and manage innings throughout the spring. Jackson (2027) headlines the staff with the ability to take on meaningful starts, while Jordan Barfield (2026) and Jimerson (2026) provide additional options in both starting and relief roles. Portis adds another power look, and Jadarius Williams (2027) gives Meridian a developing arm with upside as he continues to gain varsity experience.

With a broad returning roster, multiple arms available, and competition at nearly every position, Meridian heads into 2026 looking to establish consistency and define roles early. If the Wildcats can turn their athleticism into sustained offensive production and solidify their pitching rotation, they have the foundation to take a step forward in Class 7A this spring.

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