Nashville Summer ID: Quick Hits
June 12, 2026
Nashville, TN - The Prep Baseball Nashville Summer ID & Rising Stars ID was held on Tuesday, June 9th at Lipscomb Academy in Nashville, Tennessee. Players went through an extended pro-style workout that included batting practice using Trackman, ran the 60-yard dash using Vald Performance, and much more. Pitchers were able to get numbers and metrics on TrackMan. There were some players who showed up and continued to build off of prior performances, but there were also some new names who jumped onto our radar with a strong showing at the event.
Continuing our post-event coverage for this event, we take a look at some of the standouts and top performers from the event, including video and more from the Nashville Summer ID.
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QUICK HITS
Luke Turner: The Arlington product had a standout day giving us our first look at the uncommitted outfield prospect. Good athlete, showing a combination of speed, strength and defensive upside.Coming in filled into a solid 6-foot-1, 185-pound frame, he would get things started off hot with a 6.64 sixty, one of the top times amongst his peer, while also recording upper 80’s, topping 90 from his throws from the outfield. In the box, he would produce consistent loud swings with a maxEV of 98 mph and a 359-foot max distance, showing present gap-to-gap power potential with additional upside still remaining as he continues to mature physically.
Chandler Howlett: Howlett showcased one of the more athletic profiles in attendance, pairing advanced speed with defensive tools that project well at the next level. The Virginia Military Institute commit posted an impressive 6.54 sixty-yard dash, demonstrating the type of athleticism that immediately impacts the game on both sides of the ball. At 5-foot-10, 160 pounds, he possesses a lean, twitchy frame with room for continued physical development. He produced a 96 mph max exit velocity and 332-foot max distance, showing present line drive production with the athleticism and bat control to continue developing offensively as he adds strength. The defensive profile is what truly stands out. Howlett recorded a 92 mph infield velocity, one of the better arm-strength marks in the event, giving him the tools to handle the dirt defensively. Combined with his speed and natural athletic actions, he projects as a quality defender capable of impacting games with both his bat and defensive ability.
Trent McNiel: McNeal was one of the more physically imposing underclassmen in attendance, standing at 6-foot-4, 252 pounds with a mature frame that immediately stands out. Despite his size, the freshman showed intriguing offensive traits and present strength that project well as he continues to develop within the CPA program. McNeal flashed present power potential throughout the workout, producing a 93 mph max exit velocity and 332-foot max distance, both impressive marks for a member of the 2029 class. The ball comes off the bat with authority when squared up, and there is considerable power upside as he continues refining the swing and gains experience against higher-level competition. The combination of size and left-handed offensive potential gives him a foundation to build on as he goes into his sophomore season.
Eli Whelan: Whelan put together a solid offensive showing, displaying present strength and a mature physical profile for a member of Tennessee's 2028 class. At 5-foot-10, 189 pounds, the right-handed hitter already possesses a sturdy build that allows him to generate quality impact at contact. The strength in the frame is evident as he works through the baseball, producing hard contact with the ability to drive the ball into the gaps. His workout was highlighted by a 97 mph max exit velocity and 334-foot max distance, both strong marks for a sophomore prospect and indicators of his present offensive upside.
Jaiden Cheverton: Cheverton showcased a fundamentally sound skill set with athletic actions and a well-rounded profile that should continue to develop as he matures physically. At 5-foot-8, 150 pounds, the sophomore possesses a lean frame with plenty of room for added strength over the next several years. The swing works with good direction through the zone, allowing him to consistently find the barrel and stay balanced throughout the operation. While the present profile is more contact-oriented, he showed the ability to impact the baseball with an 89 mph max exit velocity and demonstrated an approach geared toward line drives and hard contact. There is also some athleticism present in the profile highlighted by a sub 7 sixty and a 1.69 10-yard split. He also looked under control on the mound working the fastball up to 84 mph with command for the strike-zone with the fastball. The slider shows true potential with almost 13 inches of average HZM and decent spin in the 2200-2300 range.
Cameron Hesselrode: Hesselrode impressed on the mound as one of the younger arms in attendance, showing a solid foundation with multiple pitches and the ability to fill the strike zone. At 5-foot-10, 155 pounds, the freshman right-hander possesses a projectable frame with room for additional strength, and the early pitch data points to a pitcher whose best years are still ahead of him. The delivery is athletic and repeatable, allowing him to throw strikes at a high clip while maintaining tempo throughout the delivery. The fastball worked 81-82 mph, touching 83 mph, with over 2,000 RPM of spin and a strong 75% strike rate. His breaking balls may currently be the most intriguing secondary offerings. The curveball sat 67-68 mph with spin rates reaching 2,554 RPM, creating sharp downward action with significant horizontal movement. Hesselrode also mixed in a slider at 69-70 mph that featured over 2,400 RPM of spin. While still developing consistency, the pitch gives him another distinct shape and offers a different look than the curveball. The ability to manipulate multiple breaking balls at this stage is an encouraging sign for his long-term development.
Kale McCarty: McCarty turned in an impressive look on the mound, showing athleticism, strike-throwing ability, and one of the more projectable young arms in attendance. At 5-foot-11, 145 pounds, the freshman right-hander possesses a lean frame with significant room for physical development, while already displaying traits that should allow for future velocity gains. The fastball worked 80-81 mph, touching 84 mph, and played particularly well because of its movement profile. McCarty generated over 16 inches of induced vertical break along with nearly 13 inches of arm-side run, creating a lively fastball that projects to miss barrels and generate weak contact. The pitch showed natural carry through the zone while maintaining enough lateral movement to keep hitters from squaring it up consistently. He filled the strike zone with the offering, posting an 80% strike rate. His athleticism shows throughout the delivery and is supported by a 6.87 sixty-yard dash, allowing him to repeat his mechanics and maintain balance over the rubber. The operation is clean and efficient, giving confidence that additional velocity could come as he continues to mature physically.
Grant Kennett JR: Kinnett continues to establish himself as one of the more intriguing young left-handed arms in Tennessee's 2028 class. The Ensworth southpaw showed a complete four-pitch mix, advanced feel for spin, and the ability to create uncomfortable looks for hitters from the left side. The fastball worked 81-84 mph, topping at 84 mph, while generating spin rates north of 2,200 RPM. What makes the pitch particularly interesting is the movement profile. Kinnett produced nearly 19.5 inches of induced vertical break, creating significant carry through the strike zone and allowing the fastball to play above its velocity. The pitch also featured over 13 inches of glove-side movement, giving hitters a unique angle and look that is difficult to replicate from the left side. What stands out most about Kinnett is the combination of pitchability and movement. The fastball characteristics are advanced, the breaking balls already show distinct shapes, and the changeup provides a legitimate fourth offering. For a member of the 2028 class, he demonstrates a mature understanding of how to use his arsenal and create uncomfortable at-bats. With a quality fastball foundation, advanced spin characteristics, and the advantage of throwing from the left side, Kinnett is a young arm with significant upside. As strength and velocity continue to come, he projects as a pitcher who could make substantial jumps over the next few years and become a notable name within Tennessee's 2028 class.
Cash Kelly: Kelly was one of the younger prospects in attendance but already showed an impressive blend of athleticism, strength, and offensive upside. The rising freshman stands at 5-foot-9, 160 pounds and possesses a strong, athletic build that should continue to develop as he progresses through middle school and into high school competition. The left-handed hitter displayed an advanced offensive foundation for his age, producing an 89 mph max exit velocity and 81.4 mph average exit velocity. His 314-foot max distance highlights present strength and bat speed for the age and should tap into additional power as he matures physically. Athletically, Kelly posted a 6.94 sixty-yard dash with a 1.67-second 10-yard split, demonstrating above-average straight-line speed that translates well on both sides of the ball. His 23.6-inch vertical jump further reinforces the explosiveness in his profile and points to a player capable of making significant athletic gains in the coming years.