Quick Hitters: Charlotte Summer ID Hitters
June 8, 2026
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On Tuesday, June 2nd, Prep Baseball North Carolina hosted the Charlotte Summer ID at UNC Charlotte's Robert & Mariam Hayes Stadium. Featuring players from the 2027-2029 grad classes from both North Carolina and South Carolina, the event provided an opportunity for athletes to update their player profiles while competing in a data-rich showcase environment designed to identify top talent across the region.
The day began with individual assessments, including height, weight, and grip strength testing, before players moved into offensive evaluations. Hitters participated in multiple rounds of batting practice with TrackMan technology capturing batted ball data and performance metrics, while BLAST Motion provided additional swing analytics. Players also had the opportunity to complete Vizual Edge testing during the offensive portion of the workout, adding another layer of player evaluation focused on visual performance and processing.
Following batting practice, players worked through defensive evaluations from their primary positions, allowing the Prep Baseball scouting staff to evaluate athletic actions, footwork, hands, arm strength, and overall defensive ability. Timed 60-yard dashes were then conducted to collect running metrics before the event concluded with controlled bullpen sessions. Pitchers threw in front of TrackMan technology while video captured each bullpen, providing detailed insight into velocity, pitch movement, spin characteristics, and overall arsenal effectiveness.
Over the coming days, Prep Baseball NC will release scouting notes, statistical leaderboards, and player reports from the Charlotte Summer ID as we break down the top performers and standout prospects from the event.
More information, including the full roster and event leaderboards, can be found here:
Charlotte Summer ID (2027-2029 Grads): Position Player Quick Hitters
Austin Yancey | OF | Providence Day | 2027
Solid athleticism and twtich. The left-handed hitter paired above-average run times with solid impact at the plate.
Key Stats: 89 mph Max Exit | 1.72 10-yard Split | 23.7" Vertical Jump
Beckett Rinkus | OF/2B | North Lincoln | 2027
One of the more complete offensive performances of the day. Rinkus showed impact, athleticism, and the ability to consistently square baseballs up.
Key Stats: 100 mph Max Exit | 90.1 mph Avg Exit | 7.12 60-yard
Camdyn Hargett | 3B/RHP | Metrolina Christian Academy | 2027
Hargett produced some of the loudest offensive metrics of the event while continuing to show athletic traits that translate on both sides of the ball.
Key Stats: 104 mph Max Exit | 90.6 mph Avg Exit | 25.3" Vertical Jump
Chandler Lewis | OF/RHP | T. L. Hanna | 2027
Athletic outfielder continues to show a well-rounded toolset. The combination of speed and offensive upside remains intriguing.
Key Stats: 94 mph Max Exit | 1.69 10-yard Split | 23.0" Vertical Jump
Chase Biermann | OF/2B | Providence Day | 2027
Biermann consistently found the barrel and produced quality contact throughout his round. The offensive approach is trending upward.
Key Stats: 92 mph Max Exit | 50% Line Drive Rate | 86.2 mph Avg Exit
D'Angelo Garcia | 1B/3B | Piedmont Community Charter School | 2027
Physical corner bat with present strength. Garcia flashed the ability to drive the baseball with authority.
Key Stats: 94 mph Max Exit | 87.9 mph Avg Exit | 20% Line Drive Rate
David Proulx | OF/RHP | Stuart W. Cramer | 2027
Proulx showed athletic actions and continued development within the offensive profile. More upside remains as strength is added.
Key Stats: 89 mph Max Exit | 1.76 10-yard Split | 21.0" Vertical Jump
Jack Scholz | 1B/RHP | Stuart W. Cramer | 2027
Scholz was consistently on the barrel throughout batting practice, producing one of the better line-drive rates of the event.
Key Stats: 96 mph Max Exit | 57% Line Drive Rate | 89.4 mph Avg Exit
Parker Wallace | 3B/2B | Cape Fear High | 2027
Wallace paired impact at the plate with athletic movement patterns. The offensive ceiling continues to rise.
Key Stats: 98 mph Max Exit | 90.6 mph Avg Exit | 7.09 60-yard
Patrick Robichaud | 3B/RHP | Christ School | 2027
Robichaud turned in one of the top offensive workouts of the event, producing elite impact while maintaining athleticism.
Key Stats: 103 mph Max Exit | 98.0 mph Avg Exit | 23.2" Vertical Jump
Aiden Thorbro-Steenberg | 2B/SS | Apex | 2028
The young middle infielder continues to trend upward. Thorbro-Steenberg combined offensive production with above-average athletic testing.
Key Stats: 99 mph Max Exit | 91.3 mph Avg Exit | 7.02 60-yard
Brax Thompson | SS/RHP | Providence | 2028
One of the premier athletes in the class, Thompson once again showcased advanced speed to pair with offensive production. Easy mover, Thompson plays with ease in the glove and the arm.
Key Stats: 6.91 60-yard | 1.58 10-yard Split | 27.2" Vertical Jump
Cohen Taylor | SS/2B | West Wilkes HS | 2028
Taylor showed a balanced offensive profile with athletic traits that continue to project well.
Key Stats: 91 mph Max Exit | 38% Line Drive Rate | 1.71 10-yard Split
Colton Cubbage | 1B/RHP | IMG Academy | 2028
Physical bat showed present strength and the ability to consistently produce hard contact. Broad shoulders with strength through contact. Lots of room to the potential ceiling.
Key Stats: 97 mph Max Exit | 50% Line Drive Rate | 86.8 mph Avg Exit
Cooper Slone | SS/2B | Providence | 2028
Slone continues to show athleticism and body control. The middle infielder paired speed with quality offensive output.
Key Stats: 95 mph Max Exit | 1.61 10-yard Split | 23.7" Vertical Jump
Griffin O'Connell | OF/RHP | Ballantyne Ridge HS | 2028
Athletic outfielder with plenty of upside remaining. O'Connell continues to flash tools that project moving forward.
Key Stats: 93 mph Max Exit | 87.9 mph Avg Exit | 1.66 10-yard Split
Jackson Welch | OF/LHP | Marvin Ridge | 2028
Welch showed athletic actions and flashed offensive upside. The young outfielder remains an intriguing follow.
Key Stats: 95 mph Max Exit | 1.66 10-yard Split | 20.9" Vertical Jump
Maddox Earnhardt | C/OF | Ardrey Kell | 2028
Earnhardt continues to show a well-rounded skill set. The athletic catcher produced quality contact while testing well.
Key Stats: 93 mph Max Exit | 1.70 10-yard Split | 23.9" Vertical Jump
Paxton Ladner | 1B/RHP | Weddington | 2028
Ladner produced one of the more impressive statistical performances of the event. The combination of impact and athleticism stood out. When on the barrel, there is damage with big future power potential.
Key Stats: 102 mph Max Exit | 62% Line Drive Rate | 26.9" Vertical Jump
Pierce Miller | SS/RHP | Charlotte Country Day | 2028
Miller continues to cement himself among the top athletes in the class. The middle infielder paired elite speed with offensive impact.
Key Stats: 101 mph Max Exit | 6.82 60-yard | 91.0 mph Avg Exit
Preston Rachal | SS/3B | Providence Day | 2028
Rachal displayed athletic actions and continues to develop physically. More offensive upside remains.
Key Stats: 89 mph Max Exit | 22.9" Vertical Jump | 1.79 10-yard Split
Ryan Jones | OF/RHP | Charlotte Country Day | 2028
Jones posted some of the best athletic testing numbers of the event while continuing to show offensive consistency.
Key Stats: 6.80 60-yard | 1.56 10-yard Split | 50% Line Drive Rate
Stone Cherry | C/OF | East Rowan | 2028
Cherry continues to show strength in the bat and the ability to impact baseballs with authority.
Key Stats: 96 mph Max Exit | 89.1 mph Avg Exit | 22.4" Vertical Jump
Tyler Andrews | 3B/RHP | North Stanly | 2028
Andrews showed feel for the barrel and consistently produced line-drive contact throughout the workout.
Key Stats: 69% Line Drive Rate | 82 mph Max Exit | 21.5" Vertical Jump
Cooper Laird | OF/C | Greenville Academy | 2029
Laird was one of the standout underclass athletes in attendance. The combination of speed, explosiveness, and offensive production jumps off the page.
Key Stats: 96 mph Max Exit | 6.82 60-yard | 28.4" Vertical Jump
Gil Shephard | 1B/OF | Cannon School | 2029
Shephard consistently found the barrel and showed feel for producing quality contact throughout his round.
Key Stats: 50% Line Drive Rate | 85 mph Max Exit | 79.7 mph Avg Exit
Landon Randall | SS/2B | East Lincoln | 2029
Athletic middle infielder continues to show tools that project well. Randall paired speed with offensive production.
Key Stats: 92 mph Max Exit | 1.72 10-yard Split | 23.4" Vertical Jump
Luke Manuszewski | C/OF | Cox Mill | 2029
Manuszewski delivered one of the biggest offensive performances of the event. The young catcher showed impact and continued physical upside.
Key Stats: 103 mph Max Exit | 83.8 mph Avg Exit | 36% Line Drive Rate
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