North Carolina Class of 2029: Top Players by Position

The North Carolina Class of 2029 continues to take shape as we expand upon the early evaluations that formed the initial Top 25 rankings. With the class still very much in its infancy, Prep Baseball scouts are working through game looks, event data, projection indicators, and long-term markers to establish an early talent map for the state.

Today, we break down the top players in the class by position — highlighting three standouts at each spot (five for pitchers) based on their placement inside the initial rankings release and their positional profiles. This positional snapshot adds another layer to the early class picture and pairs with the complete rankings list to show where the depth and impact talent is emerging across North Carolina.

👉 Full NC 2029 Rankings: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/rankings/NC/north-carolina-class-of-2029

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🟦 Outfielders (Top 3)

Pulled by overall class rank

1. Andrew Brown — Gates County Senior — OF — 2029
   
2. Calvin Madenspacher — Clayton — OF — 2029
   
3. Michael Marelli — Providence — OF — 2029
   

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🟨 Middle Infielders (Top 3)

SS/2B grouped; strongest positional depth in the initial release

1. Owen Duncan — Covenant Day — SS — 2029
   
2. JonLuke Harper — Northern — SS — 2029
   
3. Cooper Long — Grays Creek — SS — 2029
   

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🟧 Corner Infielders (Top 3)

Includes 1B & 3B profiles

1. Sam Piscorik — Wakefield — 3B — 2029
   
2. Luke Culpepper — Charlotte Catholic — 3B — 2029
   
3. Chase Woodley — Charlotte Christian — 3B — 2029
   

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🟥 Catchers (Top 3)

1. Colton Pettinato — Metrolina Christian Academy — C — 2029
   
2. Cole Christian — South Mecklenburg — C — 2029
   
3. Lawson Tyndall — Eastern Carolina Academy — C — 2029
   

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🟩 Pitchers (Top 3)

Projected to be the fastest growing positional group with a lot of growth expected in the coming 6 to 12 months.

1. Braxton Faulkner – Reagan – RHP – 2029
2. CJ Nixon — Grace Christian — LHP — 2029
   
3. Owen Todd — Pinecrest — LHP — 2029
   

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Closing Note + Rankings Link

As this class matures and the preseason of 2026 approaches, expect significant movement across every positional group. Early physical development, competitive reps, and verified data will continue shaping the 2029 board.

👉 See the full NC Class of 2029 Rankings:
https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/rankings/NC/north-carolina-class-of-2029

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