Mizuno Player & Pitcher of the Week: Week 1

March 10, 2026
Prep Baseball Tennessee Staff

Each week during the high school season, we will recognize the Mizuno Player and Pitcher of the Week for standout performances across the state. Throughout the season, numerous athletes continue to post impressive numbers both at the plate and on the mound. Based on nominations submitted by high school coaches statewide, one Pitcher of the Week and one Player of the Week will be selected. A special thank you to Mizuno for sponsoring these awards throughout the season.

Please note that all submissions for POTW are submitted by high school coaches. Thank you to all coaches who submitted this week! 👏

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Let's take a look at the Mizuno Player and Pitcher of the Week for Week 1 of the 2026 spring season.

MIZUNO PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Trey Baker SS / 2B / Siegel, TN / 2026

Trey Baker (Siegel HS, 2026) put together an outstanding week at the plate, hitting .562 with nine hits, including three home runs and two doubles. He drove in 13 runs while scoring 11 times, adding seven stolen bases and drawing five walks to cap off an all-around productive stretch for the Stars.

MIZUNO PITCHER OF THE WEEK

Ethan Westmoreland RHP / Livingston Academy, TN / 2026

RHP Ethan Westmoreland (Livingston Academy) turned in a dominant outing on the mound, tossing a complete-game shutout with seven innings of work. He allowed just two hits while striking out 12 and issuing no walks, keeping the opposition scoreless throughout the performance.

UPCOMING 2026 EVENTS ⤵️

SHOWCASE	DATE	LOCATION
Memphis Rising Stars ID	03/15	USA Stadium (Millington, TN)
Nashville Rising Stars ID	03/29	Lipscomb Academy (Nashville, TN)
Knoxville Rising Stars ID	04/04	Grace Christian Academy (Knoxville, TN)