Power 25 Update: March 9, 2026
March 9, 2026
North Carolina Power 25 Update: March 9, 2026
With the first two weeks of the North Carolina high school baseball season in the books, it’s time to take another look at the Prep Baseball North Carolina Power 25. Early-season results have already begun to shape the landscape across the state, as several teams have jumped out to strong starts while others have faced challenging schedules right out of the gate.
Through the opening stretch of the season, a number of programs have tested themselves with high-level competition, while others have taken advantage of favorable matchups to build early momentum. As more data and in-person evaluations continue to come in from Prep Baseball’s scouting staff, the rankings will continue to evolve.
Fans can follow the updated Power 25 rankings throughout the season by bookmarking the Power 25 page below:
🔗 https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/North-Carolina-Power-25
The page will feature the latest rankings, team notes, and ongoing updates as the season progresses.
Inside This Week’s Power 25
New No. 1 – DH Conley
DH Conley moves to the top spot after scheduling aggressively to open the season and delivering strong early results. The Vikings own impressive wins over Wake Forest and Cardinal Gibbons, validating their preseason expectations and early-season form.
Cuthbertson Makes a Big Jump
Cuthbertson climbs from No. 11 to No. 5 after taking two of three in a series against Charlotte Catholic. The Cavaliers came within outs of a state finals appearance in 2025, and early in 2026 the lineup has shown its offensive depth while the pitching staff answered some preseason questions.
Charlotte Christian Tested Early
Charlotte Christian drops one spot after going 4–2 to begin the year. The Knights have faced multiple Power 25 opponents already, collecting wins over Grace Christian and Weddington while dropping games to Wesleyan Christian and Cardinal Gibbons. Their depth has been a key factor as they continue to challenge themselves with a strong early schedule.
JH Rose and Cardinal Gibbons Enter the Top 10
JH Rose has surged into the Top 10 with a 5–0 start, producing offense in bunches while rotating multiple players through the lineup. Cardinal Gibbons has also shown strength both on the mound and at the plate, with its only loss coming to new No. 1 DH Conley.
Four New Teams Enter the Rankings
Myers Park, Wake Forest, West Stanly, and Providence all join the Power 25 this week. Myers Park makes the biggest splash, jumping from unranked to No. 10 after opening the season with wins over Reagan and West Forsyth during the County Clash. The Mustangs later traveled to Wilmington, where they played well throughout the trip before dropping a tight contest to Laney.
March 9 Power 25 – Notable Movement
- DH Conley rises to No. 1 after a 4–0 start with quality wins.
- Cuthbertson jumps into the Top 5 following a series win over Charlotte Catholic.
- JH Rose and Cardinal Gibbons both climb into the Top 10.
- Myers Park, Wake Forest, West Stanly, and Providence enter the rankings.
Follow the Power 25 All Season
The Power 25 page will continue to be updated throughout the spring as Prep Baseball scouts evaluate teams across North Carolina. Fans, coaches, and players are encouraged to bookmark the page to stay up to date with the latest rankings and notes from around the state.
🔗 https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/North-Carolina-Power-25
As conference play begins and schedules intensify, expect continued movement in the rankings as teams across North Carolina battle for positioning heading toward the postseason.
Current North Carolina Power 25 Rankings
(Updated March 9, 2026)
Below is the latest Power 25 ranking, including each team’s current 2026 record and their movement from the preseason poll.
| Rank | Move | School | 2026 Record |
| 1 | ▲1 | DH Conley | 4-0 |
| 2 | ▲1 | Wesleyan Christian Academy | 3-0 |
| 3 | ▲1 | Laney | 4-0 |
| 4 | ▲1 | Metrolina Christian Academy | 5-0 |
| 5 | ▲6 | Cuthbertson | 3-1 |
| 6 | ▼5 | Charlotte Catholic | 2-2 |
| 7 | ▼1 | Charlotte Christian | 4-2 |
| 8 | ▲6 | JH Rose | 5-0 |
| 9 | ▲10 | Cardinal Gibbons | 4-1 |
| 10 | - | Myers Park | 4-1 |
| 11 | ▼4 | Corinth Holders | 4-1 |
| 12 | ▼2 | Wakefield | 2-1 |
| 13 | ▼1 | TC Roberson | 2-2 |
| 14 | ▲1 | West Forsyth | 3-1 |
| 15 | ▲1 | Weddington | 4-1 |
| 16 | ▼3 | Grace Christian | 2-2 |
| 17 | — | South Central | 3-0 |
| 18 | ▼10 | Gaston Christian | 2-0 |
| 19 | ▼10 | Marvin Ridge | 2-3 |
| 20 | - | Wake Forest | 3-1 |
| 21 | ▼3 | East Rutherford | 3-1 |
| 22 | ▲1 | Sun Valley | 1-2 |
| 23 | ▲2 | East Carteret | 3-0 |
| 24 | - | West Stanly | 3-0 |
| 25 | - | Providence | 3-1 |
Key:
▲ = Moved Up
▼ = Moved Down
– = Previously Unranked
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