KNOXVILLE, TN — The East Tennessee Fall Games - Session I was held at the University of Tennessee on Saturday, October 25th that featured top talent from the 2026-2029 classes. Players went through a pro-style workout with TrackMan, Blast Motion, and VALD Performance tech, while pitchers threw in a game play setting and were able to get data and metrics on our TrackMan unit.

Some prospects built on past showings, while others made strong first impressions.

We continue our post-event coverage with a look at some of the top performers from the event, with more breakdowns and full scouting reports coming soon.

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QUICK HITS

Barret Gates C / Goodpasture Christian, TN / 2029 In terms of a game manager behind the plate and a leader on the field, there's not many that rival Barret Gates. Gator’s excellent leadership qualities and intention to pick up his teammates complements his exceptional play. With a pop time ranging from 1.84-1.95 seconds and a 77-78 MPH velocity behind the dish, Gates emerges as a premier defender in the 2029 class. His velocity numbers show early signs of further development with an 87 MPH infield velocity to complement his elite arm as the signal caller. His twitchy swing displays his ability to quickly identify pitches and send them a long way. At this weekend's East Tennessee Fall Games, he displayed this by hitting his second farthest distance max at 322 ft. The Junior Future Games Champion proved how he was able to help lead the Tennessee JFG team to an undefeated run.

Fisher Green SS / RHP / Halls, TN / 2028 Fisher’s ability to channel his intensity on the field into an elite two-way threat is the highlight of watching him play. The ‘28 SS/RHP displayed elite velocity and spin rate numbers on all of his pitches at the East Tennessee Fall games. His fastball topped out at 89.4 MPH and had an average spin rate around 2250 RPM. All of Fisher’s tools complement each other. His pitching velocity numbers transferred easily into his infield defense with an infield velocity in the high 80’s. In the same way his defense and pitching skills work off of each other, Fisher’s speed allows him to extend his consistent hard liners into extra base hits. His 7.03 second 60 Yard Dash time and his ability to hit balls hard at 90+ MPH turns him into an OBP king. Excited to see how the JFG ‘24 alum’s two-way playstyle will translate as his career evolves.

Parker Tompkins SS / 2B / Fred J Page, TN / 2028 Parker Tompkins balled out in his first PBTN showcase of 2025. The most impressive portion of his workout was his BP round where he showed how he can hit for power consistently. Its easy to see that Tompkins has put in work in the last year; putting on ten pounds and significantly improving his swing. He maxed out at 93.5 MPH exit velocity while having an average exit velo of 86 MPH. Parker excels at barrelling the baseball and putting the ball in the gap with a hard hit rate of 18%. Not only has he improved offensively, but his defense has significantly improved as well. He was up to 89 MPH in the infield at the Fall Games. Parker Tompkin’s development will be one of the most interesting stories going into 2026.

Reid Olivier RHP / 1B / Siegel, TN / 2029 The JFG 2025 Champion baffles opposing hitters with his hammer curve and sharp slider. Olivier spins his breaking balls with ease with his curveball and slider staying in the 2500+ RPM range respectively. Both pitches had incredible movement as well with the curveball averaging 18.1 “ of break and the slider at 17”. The Siegel ace also showed that he's been working on increasing the speed of the slider with it topping out at 73.5 MPH. Every pitch that Reid throws works very well off of each other. When the breaking stuff doesn’t get a swing and miss, he dots the fastball on the corners to freeze hitters (topping out at 87.3 MPH). Reid has the stuff to be an ace of the Siegel staff and the Nashville Knights for the foreseeable future.

Tommy Travers SS / 3B / Franklin Road Academy, TN / 2028 Tommy is a well-rounded ballplayer that displays reliable play on every front. He is sound in his swing mechanics and has a smooth path to the baseball. He displays power to all fields and gets some good loft on his swing, collecting a base hit going the other way in the process. Tommy displays above average defense with early signs of good arm talent with an infield velo of 86 MPH. His smooth actions up the middle make it easy for him to make tough plays in critical moments. All of this along with his 7 second 60 Yard Dash time makes him a reliable player to have on the roster.

Gabe Paschal OF / SS / The Enswoth School, TN / 2027 Explosiveness is the first word that comes to mind when thinking about Gabe Paschal. I’ve seen him twice within the past three weeks and each time he displayed strong, athletic actions in everything he does. As a 6.9 second 60 Yard Dash runner, the Ensworth outfielder comes out of the gate with an athletic presence. At the plate, he has quick hands that explode on the baseball which is why he hit a 97 MPH exit velo at the East Tennessee Fall Games. His focus at the plate is to hit consistent hard contact to the center-pull side of the field. He also shows great value as a defender with solid defense and a good arm with an 86 MPH OF Velo. Look for Paschal to be in the conversation as a decent power bat in the future.

Connor York SS / RHP / Knoxville Catholic, TN / 2028 Arguably the overall winner of the East TN Fall Games Showcase, Connor York stayed in the top 10 of almost every stat over the weekend. Most notably, the Knoxville Catholic shortstop showed off the arm by logging the fastest infield velocity during the event at 92 MPH. In his first Prep Baseball event this year, Connor walked in and tore the house down at the plate. He made consistent hard contact on every pitch and hit an exit velocity of 96 MPH. His speed also helps him to extend base hits into doubles and be quick on defense with a 6.89 second 60 Yard Dash Time. York can also work out of the bullpen in tough spots with exceptional movement on his slider (18” break). York is a solid all around player that provides significant value to any lineup.

Joseph Mosley OF / RHP / Hendersonville, TN / 2028 Joseph has really proven himself as an exceptional athlete in 2025. The Hendersonville athlete displays quick, athletic actions with explosive results. At the plate, his hands move quickly through the zone and generate extra batspeed. This is how he was able to log a 97 MPH max exit velo and send a ball over 360 ft. at the Fall Games. Anytime Mosley steps in the box, the defense should play at the warning track. Even on the defensive side, Joseph shows a quick release that helped him log the third highest outfield velocity of the day at 91 MPH. Finally, his 6.81 second 60 Yard Dash time shows how he can translate his athleticism to reactive defense and stolen bases. One of the overall winners of the weekend hands down.

Reid Bostic SS / RHP / Lipscomb Academy, TN / 2028 Bostic is a physical presence everywhere he plays. In all aspects of play, he lights up the radar gun and is out to prove he is the best player on the diamond. His muscular frame allows him to generate raw power in everything that he does. The Lipscomb Academy shortstop showed he belongs at the position with an infield velocity of 91 MPH. Reid has the potential to be an absolute menace at the plate with a max average exit velo of 98 MPH and one of the most violent swings I’ve seen in awhile. He also shows potential as a two-way players with early signs of developing stuff on the mound. Reid’s strength is the fastball that sits in the low to mid 80’s with a 2150-2250 RPM. With further development of his mechanical base, Reid should be able to maintain the natural power in his game.

Branson Dean 3B / RHP / Lenoir City, TN / 2027 Dean shows an athletic, long-levered frame with plenty of projection remaining. Offensively, he flashes raw power with a direct swing path, and high finish while his hands show some drift, he generates elite rotational acceleration that allows him to produce consistent true backspin to all fields. There’s present power to the pull side and signs of future impact as he continues to sync up his lower half and hand load. His 22 max hand speed translates to strong bat speed through the zone, creating loud contact when timed up. Defensively, Dean is a twitchy and athletic mover, showing fluid actions, a controlled transfer, and quality range particularly impressive to his backhand side. As his game continues to polish, Dean projects as a high-upside athlete with a strong foundation of tools on both sides of the ball.

Samuel Godbout SS / 3B / Baylor, TN / 2027 Godbout stands out with a strong 6’2, 182-pound frame, showing both strength and athleticism with plenty of room to grow into his XL frame. Shows quality footspeed being  a 6.86 runner with a 3.81 30-yard split, showcasing impressive quickness and burst that translates well to both sides of the ball. Offensively, Godbout displays raw power in BP, driving balls gap to gap with a blend of impact strength and consistent contact ability. His bat-to-ball skills and above-average zone recognition allow him to compete in-game and find barrels regularly. Defensively, he’s a loose, easy mover at shortstop with a quick, controlled transfer and the athleticism to stay on the left side long-term. With his present tools and physical projection, Godbout offers legitimate upside and the potential to make significant jumps as he continues to mature.

Brody Hilliard C / OF / Lipscomb Academy, TN / 2028 Hilliard features a physical and athletic frame with room to fill out, projecting well as he continues to mature physically. At the plate, he shows a smooth, level swing path with above-average bat-to-ball skills, consistently finding the barrel and showing flashes of developing power. Behind the dish, Hilliard is an athletic catcher with an above-average arm, quick, easy transfers, and clean, efficient mechanics, allowing him to control the run game effectively. His actions are natural and fluid, showing strong defensive instincts and leadership traits. With his athleticism and arm strength, offering intriguing upside both offensively and defensively as he continues to develop.

Graham Stockton SS / RHP / Liberty Creek, TN / 2028 Stands 6’0”, 175 pounds with a lean, athletic build and plenty of room to grow, projecting for more strength as he matures. At the plate, he’s a quiet yet explosive mover, showing a level, slightly downhill path that produces consistent gap-to-gap contact with sneaky emerging power. Stockton’s ability to control the barrel and find the middle of the field stands out for his age, showing advanced feel for timing and rhythm in the box. Defensively, he possesses a high-quality arm, reaching up to 90 mph across the diamond from a loose ¾ arm slot, paired with smooth, fluid actions and easy athleticism at shortstop. His combination of arm strength, body control, and projection gives him one of the higher ceilings in his class. A Super Sophomore participant in 2025, Stockton continues to show signs of high potential on both sides of the ball.

Chase Gockenbach 3B / RHP / Lakeway Christian Academy-Lakeway Christian School, TN / 2028 Gockenbach features a sturdy, physical 6’0”, 215lbs frame, already showing impressive present strength with more athleticism to come as he continues to mature. At the plate, Gockenbach is well-synced in the box, combining an explosive lower half with a short-to-long bat path that allows him to drive the ball to all fields with authority. He’s already posted exit velocities up to 99 mph, flashing developing raw power that projects to grow even more with age. His above-average hand speed (22 mph) and elite bat speed (72 mph) help him generate true carry and loud impact off the barrel. Defensively, Gockenbach shows smooth, fluid actions at shortstop, working through the ball with a loose ¾ arm slot and solid range to his backhand side. With his advanced strength, offensive impact, and natural feel for the game, the young ’28 stands out as a high-upside prospect who will continue to trend upward.

Jace Scoggins RHP / 3B / Tipton-Rosemark Academy, TN / 2029 Features an athletic frame with fluid, natural actions and room to fill out as he continues to develop. On the mound, the young right-hander works with a smooth ¾ arm action, showing advanced command of a three-pitch mix (FB/CB/SL). His fastball has been up to 84 mph, playing well through the zone with late life, while his secondary offerings show quality shape and feel, creating both swing-and-miss and soft contact. Offensively, Scoggins swings it from the left side, showing a short, direct path with balanced, repeatable movements and the ability to spray the ball to all fields. His consistent barrel control and athleticism translate seamlessly on both sides of the ball. With his two-way ability, projection, and polished for his age, Scoggins stands out as a high-upside 2029 prospect with the tools to continue trending upward.

Cole Wethington LHP / OF / Kirkwood, TN / 2029 Stands out with a high-waisted, athletic 6’0”, 144-pound frame that’s lean and wiry, projecting for significant strength gains ahead. On the mound, the young left-hander works from a high ¾ arm slot, hiding the ball well and creating tough angles on hitters. He shows advanced pitchability for his age, mixing his curveball effectively and demonstrating the ability to land it in any count. Wethington consistently fills the zone with all of his pitches, showing mature command and the ability to generate both swing-and-miss and soft contact. The 2025 Prep Baseball Junior Future Games participant, already flashes the traits of a polished, competitive arm with a high ceiling and plenty of projectability as his frame and velocity continue to develop.

Mason Kelly OF / RHP / Farragut, TN / 2029 Boasts a physical yet wiry 5’11”, 167lbs frame with room to fill out and plenty of projection ahead. On the mound, he’s an athletic mover with a smooth, high ¾ arm slot, working with a slow heart rate and explosive arm action that produces advanced velocity for his age up to 83 mph. Kelly shows feel for his secondary pitches, generating both swing-and-miss and weak contact with his breaking ball and change of pace. Offensively, the right-handed hitter showcases above-average bat speed and contact, posting exit velocities up to 95 mph, with a swing that blends power and consistency, and even more juice likely as he continues to mature. Defensively, he’s a loose, fluid mover in the outfield with arm strength up to 86 mph, showing the tools to impact the game from multiple spots. The 2025 Prep Baseball Junior Future Games MVP, Kelly stands out as a high-upside prospect and one of the more exciting names to follow in Tennessee’s 2029 class.

Easton Housewright SS / 2B / Grace Christian Academy, TN / 2029 Easton Housewright stands 5’11”, 173lbs  with an athletic, twitchy frame that still offers room to fill out, giving him plenty of projection moving forward. A left-handed hitter, Housewright shows a smooth, downhill swing path with a high finish, producing consistent gap-to-gap contact and natural backspin off the barrel. His advanced bat-to-ball skills and barrel control allow him to work the ball to all fields, showing a mature offensive approach for his age and developing power that will continue to emerge as he adds strength. A 6.97 runner, he brings above-average speed that translates both on the bases and defensively. With his blend of athleticism, swing efficiency, and projection, Housewright profiles as a high-upside 2029  who will be one to keep close tabs on as he continues to mature physically and refine his game.

Barrett OBrien SS / 2B / Liberty Creek, TN / 2029 Features an athletic, wiry 5’10”, 152lbs frame with plenty of room to add strength as he matures. A 2025 Prep Baseball Junior Future Games participant, O’Brien stands out for his natural rhythm and timing in the box, showing a balanced swing with emerging power and consistent contact ability. He’s an athletic, fluid mover at shortstop with smooth footwork and a loose arm action, displaying the ability to handle tough plays up the middle while maintaining quality range and body control. O’Brien also shows solid foot speed down the line, adding value on the bases and defensively. His baseball IQ and instincts are advanced for his age, allowing him to make plays look easy on both sides of the ball. With his combination of feel, athleticism, and projection, O’Brien is a high upside 2029 and one to keep a close eye on as he continues to grow and develop.

Hudson Brown RHP / OF / Heritage, TN / 2028 Hudson Brown’s pitching is simply rinse and repeat in the mechanics department. When Hudson gets in a rhythm, he's practically untouchable on the mound. Hudson carved up hitters at the East Tennessee Fall games with his hard breaking slider that topped out at 76.6 MPH and 2559 RPM. The Heritage pitcher spins his slider very well and disguises it well by throwing it out of the same slot as his fastball which topped out at 88.4 MPH and 2294 RPM. His development at the plate also reached new heights this weekend as he reached a max exit velo of 93.4 MPH and a max distance of 349 ft.. Hudson Brown is a master of his craft on the mound and will soon be revered as a two-way threat as his performance at the plate continues to improve.

Colton Karkau C / Ravenwood, TN / 2027 Colton Karkau athleticism jumps out in every category on the baseball field. With good size at 6'1 175 lbs, Karkau runs a blazing 6.77 60 time. Defensively, Karkau shows the ability to play anywhere on the field showing a quick pop time of 1.87. Behind the plate, Colton moves extremely well and shows advanced actions. In the infield, he has good range and a 87 mph arm from across the diamond. At the next level, Colton's athleticism would allow him to play anywhere on the field. At the plate, Karkau works from a wider base and uses tremendous twitch which produces mid-90's exit velocities. Everything Karkau hits stays on a good plane and smokes balls to all fields. Karkau is a rare athlete with the ability to be a two way at the next level.

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