As the High School season quickly approaches, we continue our Preseason Rankings Update series with the Class of 2026 Nevada Player Rankings, highlighted by Knudson reclaiming the #1 spot as well as movement and new adds into the Top 25. Standout Winter and Preseason performances have reshaped the landscape, as players continue to build their résumés and make their case among the state’s best. This update sets the stage for what should be an important stretch in the recruiting process for this talented group of seniors.

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As always, our evaluation process is fluid and ongoing, built on multiple viewings and discussions to get the most accurate feel for each player’s abilities. It’s worth noting that while some players show rapid improvement, this doesn’t suggest that others have regressed—player development is simply a journey with peaks and valleys. As the season unfolds, new names will continue to surface, expanding the universe of top prospects in Nevada. In addition to our player evaluations, our scouts—both in-state and nationally—have been in constant dialogue, comparing notes and making adjustments based on the latest insights to ensure the rankings are as up-to-date and accurate as possible.

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High School Preseason Update

Preseason Update: Top 10

We are excited to roll out our Prep Baseball Preseason Player Rankings are generated by the Prep Baseball Staff, both Local and National, to produce our most updated Rankings heading into the Spring Season!

RANK	PLAYER	HIGH SCHOOL	POSITION
1	Noah Knudson	Palo Verde / MTBA	IF/RHP
Click to view Knudson's Player Profile View Full Profile Noah Knudson Class of 2028 / SS Rankings  StateRank: 1 / POS: 1 OverallRank: 299 / POS: 76 Player Information Graduating Class: 2028 Primary Position: SS Secondary Position: OF High School: Palo Verde State: NV Summer Team: USA Prime National Height: 6-4 Weight: 181.2lbs Bat/Throw: R/R
2	TJ Otis	Centennial	C/IF
Click to view Otis' Player Profile View Full Profile Terrell Otis Class of 2028 / 3B Rankings  StateRank: 2 / POS: 1 OverallRank: 298 / POS: 21 Player Information Graduating Class: 2028 Primary Position: 3B Secondary Position: C High School: Centennial State: NV Height: 6-0 Weight: 185lbs Bat/Throw: L/R
3	Derek Wenzel	Basic Academy	RHP/OF
Click to view Wenzel's Player Profile View Full Profile Derek Wenzel Class of 2028 / RHP Rankings  StateRank: 3 / POS: 1 Player Information Graduating Class: 2028 Primary Position: RHP Secondary Position: OF High School: Basic Academy State: NV Summer Team: Performance Baseball Height: 5-9 Weight: 175lbs Bat/Throw: R/R
4	Austin Rodriguez	Liberty	IF/RHP
Click to view Rodriguez's Player Profile Austin Rodriguez Class of 2028 / RHP Rankings  StateRank: 4 / POS: 2 Player Information Graduating Class: 2028 Primary Position: RHP Secondary Position: 2B High School: Liberty State: NV Summer Team: GBG National 15U Height: 6-1 Weight: 190lbs Bat/Throw: L/R
5	Connor McDonald	Palo Verde	RHP
Click to view McDonald's Player Profile View Full Profile Connor McDonald Class of 2028 / RHP Rankings  StateRank: 5 / POS: 3 Player Information Graduating Class: 2028 Primary Position: RHP High School: Palo Verde High School State: NV Summer Team: Canes National Select 16u Height: 6-1 Weight: 155lbs Bat/Throw: R/R
6	Bryson Lee	Basic Academy	IF/OF
Click to view Lee's Player Profile View Full Profile Bryson Lee Class of 2028 / OF Rankings  StateRank: 6 / POS: 1 Player Information Graduating Class: 2028 Primary Position: OF Secondary Position: SS High School: Basic State: NV Summer Team: PFA braves Height: 5-10 Weight: 173.5lbs Bat/Throw: R/R
7	Oliver Schoppmann	Shadow Ridge	IF
Click to view Schoppmann' Player Profile View Full Profile Oliver Schoppmann Class of 2028 / SS Rankings  StateRank: 7 / POS: 2 Player Information Graduating Class: 2028 Primary Position: SS Secondary Position: RHP High School: Shadow Ridge State: NV Summer Team: GBG Navy/GBG Vegas 2028 Height: 5-8 Weight: 150.6lbs Bat/Throw: R/R
8	Kayden Childers	Faith Lutheran	RHP/UT
Click to view Childers's Player Profile View Full Profile Kayden Childers Class of 2028 / RHP Rankings  StateRank: 8 / POS: 4 Player Information Graduating Class: 2028 Primary Position: RHP Secondary Position: 3B High School: Faith Lutheran State: NV Summer Team: Wow Factor West National Height: 6-1 Weight: 179.5lbs Bat/Throw: R/R
9	Joshua Teal	Arbor View	OF/LHP
Click to view Teal's Player Profile View Full Profile Joshua Teal Class of 2028 / OF Rankings  StateRank: 9 / POS: 2 Player Information Graduating Class: 2028 Primary Position: OF Secondary Position: LHP High School: Arbor View HS State: NV Summer Team: Wow Factor Height: 6-2 Weight: 188lbs Bat/Throw: L/L
10	Ty Kincaid	Palo Verde	LHP
Click to view Kincaid's Player Profile View Full Profile Ty Kincaid Class of 2028 / LHP Rankings  StateRank: 10 / POS: 1 Player Information Graduating Class: 2028 Primary Position: LHP Secondary Position: OF High School: Palo Verde State: KS Summer Team: Top Tier Las Vegas Height: 6-4 Weight: 181.2lbs Bat/Throw: L/L

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Preseason Update: Ranking Risers

Next, we have the Ranking Risers, highlighting the players who have shown improvements in their game over the Winter Break, culminating in their movement up in the Rankings!

NEW RANK	NAME	SCHOOL	POSITION
1	Noah Knudson	Palo Verde / MTBA	IF/RHP
3	Derek Wenzel	Basic Academy	RHP/OF
5	Connor McDonald	Palo Verde	RHP
7	Oliver Schoppmann	Shadow Ridge	IF
8	Kayden Childers	Faith Lutheran	RHP/UT

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