Preview: Preseason All-State South

February 13, 2026
Brandon Hall
NC / Mid-ATL Director of Scouting

Preseason All-State South Preview

Sunday • February 15, 2026
Arena Lake Norman | Mooresville, North Carolina

The final stop of the four-event preseason circuit brings the spotlight to the Charlotte-area talent pool as the Preseason All-State South welcomes roughly 80 players from the greater metro region and surrounding counties.

This invite-only workout gives players the opportunity to update measurables, athletic testing data, and video inside their Prep Baseball profiles before the high school season begins. For many underclass players, the event also serves as a key evaluation point for summer identification opportunities — including Team NC selections and major summer showcases.

Event Schedule

2:30 PM – Pitcher/Catcher Check-In (Headshots)
3:00 PM – Intro / Stretch / Arm Care
3:30 PM – Catcher Pop Times
3:50 PM – Pitcher-Only Bullpens // Dual 30-yard times & jumps
4:15 PM – Dual Bullpens // Pitcher-Only 30s & jumps

4:45 PM – INF/OF Check-In
5:15 PM – Position Player Intro / Stretch / Arms Up

5:45 PM – OF Defense // Catchers 30s & jumps // INF loosen
6:10 PM – INF Defense // OF 30s & jumps // Catcher swings
6:55 PM – Offensive Evaluations (All hitters)

The Roster

The South roster is built heavily around Charlotte-area programs, featuring players from powerhouse public programs and perennial private-school contenders alike. The group spans the 2026-2029 classes and provides a strong look at the future talent pipeline in the state’s most densely recruited region.

Players will:

Update measurable data (speed, jumps, throwing metrics)
Collect video and swing data
Receive defensive and positional evaluations
Build momentum heading into spring seasons

Underclass players in attendance will be evaluated for summer opportunities such as the Border Battle, Future Games, Super Sophomore Games, and the Tobacco Road State Games.

👉 Get to know the full roster for the 2026 Preseason All-State South: https://www.prepbaseballreport.com/event/NC/preseason-all-state--south--invite-only-?tab=rosters

Players to Know

2026 Class

Drew Dixon (OF, Burns) – Athletic mover with present speed and defensive value in the outfield. Good barrel feel.
Colby Epperly (1B, Ardrey Kell) – Physical strength profile with run-producing potential. Good athlete will give college coaches options on how to get him into the lineup.
Luke Ponczka (1B, West Rowan) – Size and leverage create natural power projection at the plate.

2027 Class

RJ Browning (SS, Topsail) – Up-the-middle defender with feel for the game and consistent actions.
Owen Shirey (SS, Providence Day) – Athletic middle-infield profile with developing offensive upside.
Zach White (C/RHP, Hickory Grove Christian) - Intriguing athlete that jumped on the bump last year flashing solid carry numbers.

2028 Class

Sean Rodesiler (LHP, Davidson Day) – Young left-hander showing early pitchability and projection. Potential high follow into the summer.
Levi Kerr (SS, Marvin Ridge) – Athletic actions and developing offensive skill set. Multi-sport athlete has performed at a high level on the national stage.
Henry Tutera (C, Christ School) – Catcher with defensive tools and projectable strength. Super Sophomore Games alum.

2029 Class

Atlas Broadway (2B, Metrolina Christian) – Early feel for the barrel and developing athleticism.
Bronx Carter (OF, North Stanly) – Young outfielder with speed traits and upside.
Ryder Sheffield (SS, North Stanly) – Athletic middle-infield projection with long-term development potential.

The Preseason All-State South wraps the statewide preseason evaluation series and provides one final opportunity for players to update data and create early momentum before Opening Day arrives across North Carolina.