Senior Future Games: Notes on North Carolina Arms
August 21, 2026
Senior Future Games: The Premier Showcase for Uncommitted 2027 Prospects
Each year, LakePoint Sports in Emerson, Georgia, hosts the most significant uncommitted scouting event in the nation: Future Games week. While the overarching event features emerging talent across multiple age groups—including the Future Games for 2028 graduates and the Junior Future Games for 2030 and 2031 graduates—July 21st and 22nd are distinctly reserved for the Senior Future Games.
This premier showcase brings together the top uncommitted student-athletes from the Class of 2027 nationwide. Over the course of the two-day event, players are evaluated through a comprehensive pro-style workout, followed by a highly competitive three-game series. Among the distinguished rosters in attendance is Team Carolina, which unites top-tier uncommitted talent from both North Carolina and South Carolina.
The exposure provided by the Senior Future Games is unparalleled in amateur baseball. The previous year's event drew an attendance of over 450 college coaches, and initial figures from Day 1 indicate that this year's turnout has already matched, if not exceeded, that milestone. For these prospects, the event presents a critical opportunity to demonstrate their abilities and metrics directly in front of the nation's collegiate decision-makers.
Senior Future Games - Pitching Quick Hitters
Jackson Brooks, 3B/RHP, Emsley A Laney, 2027
Featured a sharp, high-spin slider with late biting action at 2590 rpm, and brought elite velocity to the mound, touching 91.0 mph with the heater. Potential 2-way recruit, flashed on the mound with high end relief potential.
Key Stats: Fastball at 91.0 mph | Slider Spin at 2590 rpm | Fastball IVB at 13.9 in
Andrew Caracio, LHP, Pro5 Academy, 2027
Committed to Virginia Tech shortly after the outing at LakePoint. Effective around the zone with a sink/slider profile. Movement paired with solid velocity kept hitters off balance. Ran the fastball up to 89.0 mph with minimal effort.
Key Stats: Fastball at 89.0 mph | Slider Spin at 2171 rpm | Fastball IVB at 16.2 in
Caleb Case, RHP, DH Conley, 2027
Committed to Western Carolina after the event. Flashed right out of the shoot, punching the first four hitters face. Swing and miss in the zone with the fastball, playing well above the gun reading. Spun a high-level curveball with depth, averaging 2136 rpm. Fastball up to 91.0 mph.
Key Stats: Fastball at 91.0 mph | Curveball Spin at 2136 rpm | Fastball Spin at 2348 rpm
Lawson Copeland, RHP/OF, ProStock Royals Academy, 2027
Firm stuff and solid direction on the bump. Physical build with broad shoulders and strength present. Missed some barrels up in the zone with solid carry and a fastball that peaked at 91 mph.
Key Stats: Fastball at 91.0 mph | Fastball IVB at 16.7 in | Slider Spin at 2260 rpm
Brennan McKenna, RHP/OF, Holly Springs, 2027
Kicked off Team Carolinas on the bump with a solid outing that caught the attention of coaches in attendance. Committed to NC State shortly after the outing. Fastball has life and ride, peaking at 94 mph. Paired the fastball with a short slider that is developing late bite.
Key Stats: Fastball at 94.0 mph | Slider Spin at 2345 rpm | Fastball Spin at 2326 rpm
Sam Rice, LHP/LHP, Reagan, 2027
Broad shoulders and projectable frame. Can pitch - moves the ball around with good feel for attacking hitters where they may be weak. Three pitch mix and was willing to throw anything at anytime. Fastball got outs with its movement. Committed to Catawba shortly after the event.
Key Stats: Fastball at 82.0 mph | Curveball Spin at 1761 rpm | Fastball IVB at 14.3 in
Jacson Taplin, LHP/1B, Ambassador Christian, 2027
Athletic build. Broad shoulders. Solid mover down the mound. Setup to see stuff continue to tick up as he increases his hip mobility and quickness. Fastball up to 84.0 mph with good carry at 19.4 inches of induced vertical break.
Key Stats: Fastball IVB at 19.4 in | Fastball at 84.0 mph | Slider Spin at 2186 rpm