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2026 Munford Cougars Team Preview

January 20, 2026
Prep Baseball Tennessee Staff

The 2026 Tennessee high school baseball season is quickly approaching and, as usual, excitement is abound throughout the state. Players and coaches have been working in preparation for the upcoming season and, as is the case each year, there are some very talented players and teams across Tennessee.

Teams across the state have goals and aspirations to finish their seasons in Murfreesboro at the state tournament championships – but there is plenty of work to be done before that becomes reality. We hope to familiarize our readers with many of the teams across the state as we preview individual teams across Tennessee. We will take you right up to first pitch this season with these team previews, eventually releasing our Preseason Power 25 rankings that’ll carry us into the opening week of action.

Please keep checking back throughout the season as we will be your one-stop shop for everything related to high school baseball across the state. Each week we will be releasing our Players of the Week and updating the Power 25 rankings.

Our 2026 preseason coverage continues today.

Please note that all Team Previews were submitted by High School Coaches.

High School: Munford Cougars
Head Coach: Scotty Yount
TSSAA Classification: 4A
District: District 15
2025 Record (Playoff Finish): 27-17 (3A State Runner Up)

 

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2026 OUTLOOK

+ Munford enters the 2026 season with championship expectations after a deep postseason run in 2025 that ended with a 3A State Runner-Up finish. Now competing in Class 4A, head coach Scotty Yount returns a battle-tested core that logged meaningful innings and at-bats during last spring’s title push. With a roster built around versatile two-way athletes and a strong underclass foundation, the Cougars are positioned to carry momentum forward as they navigate a tougher classification and District 15 slate.

The lineup brings back a wealth of returning starters, many of whom impact the game in multiple phases. Stephen Kemp (2026) headlines the group as a left-handed arm with experience in high-leverage situations, while also providing athletic value when not on the mound. Houston Yount (2027) sets the tone defensively in center field, pairing speed and instincts with left-handed pitching ability that adds another look to the staff. Hudson Wright (2027) anchors the infield at shortstop and brings a steady presence both defensively and on the mound, while Drew McCann (2027) offers physicality at third base with run-producing upside and two-way reliability.

Behind the plate, Braden Hawkins (2027) provides stability and leadership, handling the pitching staff while continuing to develop offensively. Jaxzen Scheidt (2027) is a true utility piece who gives Munford flexibility across the diamond and adds another dependable arm. Reed Campbell (2027) and Drew Greenland (2027) bring athletic depth to the outfield and infield mix, giving the Cougars multiple lineup configurations depending on matchups. Curly Lowry (2028) rounds out the returning group as a corner bat with power potential and pitching upside that continues to develop.

On the mound, Munford returns a deep and versatile pitching staff built to withstand a long postseason run. Kemp, McCann, and Yount headline the rotation, each capable of handling starts or stepping into leverage roles. Scheidt provides additional innings and matchup flexibility, while John Michael Westerman (2028) emerges as a key underclass arm with left-handed upside and increasing responsibility heading into the spring.

The next wave of Cougars talent is already pushing into varsity roles. Westerman leads a strong 2028 class that includes Jase Johnson, Briley Stutts, Jacob Jackson, and Brody Cope, all of whom bring athleticism and positional versatility. The 2029 group, highlighted by Kaden Bomar and Lee Ligon, adds long-term depth and continues to strengthen the program’s pipeline.

With a roster loaded with returning starters, two-way contributors, and proven postseason experience, Munford enters 2026 as one of the more complete clubs in the region. If the Cougars continue to get consistent production from their core group and the pitching staff holds form against Class 4A competition, Munford has the pieces in place to remain a championship contender and make another deep run in the state tournament.

Find more information on Munford High School’s 2026 season below:

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+ Find more 2026 team previews on our TSSAA Season Preview page

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