As Team Texas brings two full rosters to the Future Games for the first time ever, it’s clear just how deep and talented the state’s 2027 class really is. The new NCAA recruiting rules — which prohibit official contact between college coaches and underclassmen until August 1 of their junior year — have made this event even more important for uncommitted players. And both Team Texas North and South are bringing arms that are built to compete — and be seen.

Following a loaded group of position players, this year’s pitching staff might be the deepest and most talented group Texas has sent. From low-90s velocity and high-end TrackMan metrics to physical frames and starter traits, these arms offer both polish and projection. There’s plenty of strike-throwing ability, and several pitchers already show feel for three-pitch mixes that profile at the next level.

With fastballs that ride, breaking balls that spin, and a few true outlier pitch shapes, this year’s pitching group has the chance to steal the spotlight in Georgia. Whether it’s arms that already dominate or those just scratching the surface of their upside, college recruiters will have plenty to track when these names take the mound.

This staff is built for big innings — and they’re ready to make another statement for Team Texas North and South at LakePoint.

George Ferguson – 2027 RHP/3B | Abilene (North Texas Team)

6'4” | 210 lbs | R/R | USA Prime National 16U | #1 RHP in TX, #4 Overall

Ferguson headlines the Team Texas North staff and comes in as one of the most dominant 2027 arms in the country. With his 6-foot-4, 210-pound frame and powerful arsenal, Ferguson gives off the classic Big Texan flamethrower vibes — and he backs it up every time he toes the rubber.

The fastball has been up to 96 mph, and he pairs it with a confident three-pitch mix that he can land in the zone or use to put hitters away. He’s an aggressive strike-thrower who pitches with intent and commands the mound with a presence well beyond his years.

Ferguson isn’t just throwing hard — he’s showing the ability to pitch. The combination of size, velocity, and pitchability make him a premier name in the 2027 class and a must-watch for college recruiters and national scouts alike. Expect him to draw big crowds in Georgia.

Quinn Fitzpatrick – 2027 RHP | Stratford (South Texas Team)

6'2” | 190 lbs | R/R | Houston Wildcatters 2026 National | #2 RHP in TX, #5 Overall

Fitzpatrick brings pure electricity every time he takes the mound — an aggressive, athletic mover with big-time arm talent and one of the highest ceilings in the class. The Houston native attacks hitters with a fastball that sits 90–94 and has touched 95, and he does it with intent, tempo, and presence.

There’s more than just velocity here. Fitzpatrick shows a real feel for sequencing, pairing his fastball with a firm 82–84 mph changeup and a sharp slider that flashes in the upper 70s to low 80s. His athleticism allows him to repeat well and stay connected through his delivery, which helps him hold stuff late into outings.

The arm is live, the frame is projectable, and the mound presence is real. Fitzpatrick is one of the premier power arms in the 2027 class and will be a must-see on the South Texas staff when he toes the rubber in Georgia.

Jake Ivey – 2027 LHP | Gunter (North Texas Team)

6'3” | 210 lbs | L/L | #1 LHP in TX, #7 Overall

Ivey enters the Future Games as the top left-handed pitcher in Texas and is poised for a national coming-out party in Georgia. At 6-foot-3, 210 pounds, he has the physicality and presence you want in a frontline arm, and his clean, athletic delivery allows the stuff to play up.

His fastball climbs into the low 90s, and he does it with ease and intent. But it’s not just the velocity — Ivey has feel to spin it, flashing a tight-breaking ball that tunnels well off the heater. The ball jumps out of his hand from a tough angle, especially against left-handed hitters, and he’s shown the ability to land multiple pitches for strikes.

With his size, athleticism, and arsenal from the left side, Ivey is one of the most projectable arms in the 2027 class. He’ll be a priority follow for college recruiters and could leave LakePoint as a true national riser.

Tyler Scarborough – 2027 RHP | Lovejoy (North Texas Team)

6'4” | 180 lbs | R/R | Dulins Dodgers Prime 16U | #4 RHP in TX, #8 Overall

Scarborough has one of the most projectable frames in the class, and the upside is easy to dream on. At 6-foot-4, 180 pounds, he’s long, lean, and athletic with room to pack on strength — and the stuff is already there. He’s been up to 94 mph with a low-effort operation that screams future starter.

He’s a true strike-thrower with feel for a breaking ball and the ability to work both sides of the plate. The delivery is clean and repeatable, and he’s shown early pitchability that complements the raw stuff. His ability to spin it adds a layer of polish to a profile that already checks a lot of boxes.

Scarborough is a high-floor, high-ceiling type of arm who has a chance to explode at the national level this summer. With his size, fastball metrics, and projection, he’s going to be a must-watch name for recruiters in Georgia.

Ryder Renfro – 2027 RHP/OF | Kingwood (South Texas Team)

6'3” | 187 lbs | R/R | Houston Wildcatters 2027 Gafford | #6 RHP in TX, #15 Overall

Renfro brings a polished mix of electric stuff and athletic delivery, and he’s coming off a big year of development heading into the Future Games. The 6-foot-3 right-hander has been up to 93 mph and consistently works in the 89–91 range, flashing a fastball with life and carry that plays at the top of the zone.

His go-to secondary is a sharp 74–76 mph slider with bite and advanced spin (up to 2,450 rpm), but he also mixes in a more gradual curveball with depth and a faded changeup that he commands well. The four-pitch mix, paired with his athleticism down the mound and quick arm, gives him starter traits and long-term upside.

Renfro first popped at the Underclass State Games in College Station and has only trended upward since. With a confident presence, a clean operation, and strike-throwing ability, he’s a high-priority follow for college programs and one of the most complete right-handers on the South Texas staff.

Max Mangum – 2027 RHP/3B | East Bernard (South Texas Team)

6'5” | 230 lbs | R/R | Houston Wildcatters 2027 Navy – Baron | #7 RHP in TX, #16 Overall

Mangum is a physical presence on the mound, and he backs it up with a heavy fastball and three-pitch mix that profiles well at the next level. At 6-foot-5, 230 pounds, he’s built like a workhorse and uses his size to create tough angles and extension. His fastball sits 87–89 and has been up to 90.6, with ride and arm-side life that gives it late action through the zone.

He pairs the heater with a firm 73–75 mph slider that flashes tight horizontal break and a developing changeup in the upper 70s, which he throws with good arm speed and feel. His fastball spin metrics (up to 2,255 rpm) and IVB numbers suggest the heater plays especially well up in the zone.

Mangum is efficient in the zone (80% strike rate) and pitches with confidence, showing the ability to mix speeds and stay around the plate. With his size, strike-throwing ability, and pitch data backing up his raw stuff, Mangum is a high-ceiling right-hander who could make a big impression on recruiters at LakePoint.

Mason Duncan – 2027 RHP | Flower Mound (North Texas Team)

6'5” | 225 lbs | R/R | Dallas Tigers 16U – Beavan/Killian | #8 RHP in TX, #17 Overall

Duncan brings one of the most imposing frames in the 2027 class at 6-foot-5, 225 pounds, and he’s starting to pair that size with a mature, data-backed arsenal that should grab national attention. His fastball sits 88–90.5 mph, topping at 90.7, and features heavy arm-side action with up to 13.2 inches of horizontal movement. With that much run and the ability to drive it downhill, Duncan’s heater shows true sinker traits and creates a tough look for right-handed hitters.

He also shows strong command, posting an 84% strike rate with his fastball, and maintains efficient velocity (90.9 avg) with natural angle and extension. The slider (77–79 mph, 2,199 rpm) shows late bite and horizontal sweep, while his changeup continues to develop with fading action and a velocity differential that plays well off the fastball.

Duncan’s mechanics are clean and repeatable for his size, and he’s shown the ability to stay on time and throw strikes with all three offerings. With his heavy sinker, durable frame, and three-pitch mix, Duncan has the makings of a future workhorse and could make serious noise in Georgia as one of the higher-floor, high-ceiling arms on the Team Texas North staff.

Reed Dierschke – 2027 RHP | Buda Johnson (South Texas Team)

6'2” | 185 lbs | R/R | Canes National 2027 | #9 RHP in TX, #20 Overall

Dierschke is a high-spin right-hander with one of the better breaking ball profiles in the class and a starter’s frame at 6-foot-2, 185 pounds. He works comfortably in the 89–90 mph range with a fastball that plays true and gets on hitters with late life. But it’s his off-speed command and elite spin rates that separate him.

His slider is a legitimate weapon, working at 77–79 mph with a peak spin rate of 2,721 rpm, tight two-plane break, and 66% zone rate. He also mixes in a curveball (74–79, 2,466 avg spin) with more vertical depth and separation. The ability to spin both offerings with confidence gives him a ton of flexibility when navigating lineups.

The changeup (78–79 mph, 1,726 spin) rounds out the arsenal with fading arm-side action and deception off the fastball. Dierschke’s ability to mix, match, and locate all three secondaries makes him a true pitcher, not just a thrower.

With clean mechanics, advanced feel for spin, and a strong foundation to build on, Dierschke profiles as a high-upside righty who could draw heavy attention at LakePoint. He’ll be a key piece of the South Texas rotation.

William McIntire – 2027 RHP/SS | Boyd (North Texas Team)

R/R | Stix Scout 2027 | #11 RHP in TX, #24 Overall

McIntire brings big velocity and elite feel for spin, making him one of the more complete arms in the Texas 2027 class. The fastball has been up to 93 mph, and he typically works in the 87–90 range with strong spin metrics and late ride through the zone — peaking at 19.8" IVB with over 13 inches of horizontal run.

His curveball (72–75 mph) spins up to 2,399 rpm and plays with late vertical depth, while the slider (74–75 mph) shows sharper horizontal tilt and has been up to 2,302 rpm. Both offerings come from a similar slot, giving him advanced tunneling ability and making him tough to square up.

McIntire generates efficient velocity with a fast arm and repeatable mechanics. He’s aggressive in the zone, throws strikes with all three pitches, and competes with confidence. His ability to mix speeds, change eye levels, and command multiple offerings makes him one of the more polished arms on the North Texas roster — and a sleeper to surge nationally at LakePoint.

Jackson Fetters – 2027 RHP/3B | The Greg Bennett School (South Texas Team)

6'2” | 196 lbs | R/R | Twelve 2027 Boston Red Sox | #12 RHP in TX, #29 Overall

Fetters is a polished right-hander with pitchability, feel for the zone, and the kind of presence on the mound that wins games. A true strike thrower, Fetters consistently works ahead in counts and shows the ability to command his fastball to both sides of the plate.

The fastball sits in the upper 80s and can creep into the low 90s, and he pairs it with a developing offspeed mix that he’s shown confidence in during game action. While the pure stuff is still trending upward, his ability to pitch — not just throw — gives him a high floor and makes him one of the more dependable arms on the South Texas roster.

Fetters competes with poise, controls tempo, and has shown he can go deep into outings. With his mix of mound presence, fastball command, and competitive edge, he’s a name that could see a real jump in buzz after a strong week at LakePoint.

Jackson Wilcox – 2027 RHP/OF | Magnolia (South Texas Team)

5'11” | 184 lbs | R/R | 5 Star National | #13 RHP in TX, #30 Overall

Wilcox is one of the more efficient strike throwers in the class, and he backs it up with a data-driven arsenal and strong presence on the mound. The fastball sits in the 87–89 mph range, topping at 90.7, with elite spin metrics (2,358 rpm max) and up to 18.1” of vertical break — making it a real weapon at the top of the zone. His 91% zone rate on the fastball speaks to his command and ability to work ahead.

His breaking ball is a 74–77 mph curveball with spin rates up to 2,456 rpm, and it plays with late depth and tight rotation. He complements that with a low-70s changeup that maintains arm speed and shows quality movement separation from the fastball, helping him keep hitters off balance.

Wilcox fills up the zone with a clean, repeatable delivery and has the tools to work deep into outings. His three-pitch mix, strong pitch metrics, and ability to compete in the zone give him one of the more complete profiles on the South Texas staff. He’s a candidate to draw serious attention if the stuff continues to trend upward in Georgia.

Jake Jenkins – 2027 LHP/1B | Mansfield Legacy (North Texas Team)

6'3” | 205 lbs | L/L | DFW Twins | #2 LHP in TX, #40 Overall

Jenkins is a big-bodied left-hander with a deep pitch mix and a strong feel for how to use it. His fastball sits 85–88 mph, topping at 88.5, and works with heavy arm-side life thanks to impressive horizontal movement — with his sinker showing up to 17” of run and nearly 90% spin efficiency. The combination of sink and command (89% zone rate) makes the pitch a consistent weapon early in counts.

He mixes three offspeed pitches: a slider (77–79 mph, 2,184 rpm) with late tilt, a curveball (72–74 mph, 2,280 rpm) with more depth, and a changeup (75–79 mph) that he throws with intent and fade. Each pitch gives hitters a different look, and he can land all three for strikes.

He can also swing it from the left side, showing some juice and a heavy barrel that gives him legitimate two-way potential. It’s a mature, pitchability-based arsenal with sneaky velocity and a true sinker/slider foundation, and the bat adds even more intrigue to an already exciting profile.

Ben Brown – 2027 RHP | Liberty Christian (North Texas Team)

6'1” | 210 lbs | R/R | Cooperstown Cobras | #16 RHP in TX, #43 Overall

Brown brings a durable, workhorse-type frame to the mound and continues to trend upward with each outing. The fastball has been up to 92 and consistently sits in the upper 80s with true ride, thanks to spin rates consistently in the 2300–2450 range and IVB numbers up to 16. He attacks the zone with confidence and throws strikes with all four pitches. His curveball and slider both show distinct shape and purpose — the curve with more depth and the slider flashing tight, late bite in the upper 70s. He also mixes in a firm changeup with solid separation and movement, giving him a well-rounded arsenal. Brown has shown the ability to hold velocity deep into outings and competes with a mature presence on the mound. There’s still more upside to come, but he already profiles as a high-floor arm that college programs can rely on.

Jason Steele – 2027 3B/RHP | Dripping Springs (North Texas Team)

6'2” | 205 lbs | R/R | Canes Southwest | #3 3B in TX, #45 Overall

Steele continues to impress as one of the more physical two-way prospects in the class. On the mound, he shows a heavy fastball that sits 88–89 and has been up to 90, featuring late ride through the zone with IVB numbers that touch 17+. He pairs it with a sharp slider in the mid-70s that flashes late tilt, along with a deeper curveball to change pace. His delivery is efficient, and he works downhill with intent, showing feel to spin and the ability to fill up the zone. Steele can also really swing it. He generates consistent hard contact with a heavy barrel and has the juice to drive balls gap-to-gap. Whether on the mound or in the box, Steele brings an imposing presence and continues to make noise as a true two-way follow.

Ben Garrett – 2027 RHP/1B | Grand Oaks (South Texas Team)

6'7” | 210 lbs | R/R | Scorpions Easton | #18 RHP in TX

Garrett is an imposing presence on the mound with a high-upside frame and a developing arsenal that continues to trend up. The fastball now sits in the mid-80s and has been up to 89 mph, thrown from a steep downhill plane with over 20 inches of induced vertical break. He fills up the zone at an 89% clip, showing the ability to challenge hitters early and often.

His go-to pitch is a true splitter in the upper 70s that plays with heavy tumble and low spin (sub-700 rpm), making it a tough pitch to barrel when tunneled off the fastball. Garrett also mixes in a mid-70s slider that shows flashes of late tilt and is trending in the right direction.

With his strike-throwing ability, elite extension, and unique offspeed offering, Garrett brings a high-floor profile with significant projection. As the velocity continues to tick up and the breaking ball sharpens, he’s a strong candidate to make a big impression in Georgia.

Jamie Chipman – 2027 RHP/1B | Academy (South Texas Team)

6'6” | 195 lbs | R/R | GPS Legends | #19 RHP in TX

Chipman brings a long-levered frame and high-octane stuff to the mound, and he made a big statement this summer with a fastball that topped at 91.3 mph. It’s a high-carry heater, spinning north of 2,200 rpm with nearly 18.5 inches of vertical break and strong arm-side run — a combo that gives him natural life at the top of the zone. His average extension is an elite 6’8”, with the ability to get even further out front, helping the fastball play up significantly.

He pairs the fastball with a 75–78 mph slider that flashes sharp two-plane bite and has been spun up to 2,189 rpm. The pitch shows promise and projects well with continued reps and refinement.

With his present velocity, unique release traits, and room to add strength, Chipman is one of the more intriguing upside arms in the class. The delivery is clean, the intent is there, and if the slider comes on, he has the ingredients to be a breakout name in Georgia.

Ethan Kerze – 2027 RHP/1B | College Park (South Texas Team)

6'2” | 195 lbs | R/R | Texas Twelve Red Sox 2027 | #20 RHP in TX

Kerze is a young arm for the class with a lot to like physically and on the mound. He has a clean, athletic delivery with good direction and tempo, and he fills up the zone with a starter’s rhythm. The fastball lives in the upper 80s and has shown the ability to grab more when needed, with natural carry through the zone that helps it play up.

He’s a consistent strike thrower who can work to both sides of the plate, and the athleticism in his operation suggests more velo is coming. His secondary offerings are still developing but show flashes, and as the offspeed sharpens, the profile becomes even more intriguing.

With a projectable frame, feel to pitch, and room to grow into more power stuff, Kerze is an arrow-up arm to watch closely.

Jacob Lessman – 2027 RHP/SS | China Spring (South Texas Team)

6'3” | 170 lbs | R/R | DFW Twins | #17 RHP in TX

Lessman is a long-limbed, athletic right-hander with a loose arm and one of the cleaner deliveries in the class. The fastball lives in the 87–88 mph range and has been up to 88.6 with strong underlying traits — averaging 13.2” of IVB with low-2000s spin. It plays true through the zone and he throws it for strikes at a high clip (85% zone rate), giving him a reliable foundation to build off.

His curveball sits in the low-to-mid 70s with depth and feel, spinning up to 2,294 rpm. He tunnels it well off the fastball and it's a pitch that should continue to sharpen as he adds strength. He rounds out the mix with a quality changeup at 79–80 mph that flashes heavy fade and mirrors the fastball’s arm speed, helping him disrupt timing.

Lessman has the traits of a starter — three-pitch feel, athletic delivery, and projectable frame. As he continues to develop physically and gain consistency with his secondary arsenal, he’ll be one of the more intriguing arms in the South Texas group.

Tyler Tarnowski – 2027 RHP/1B | Bridgeland (South Texas Team)

6'6” | 210 lbs | R/R | Hunter Pence 2027 Morris | #25 RHP in TX

Tarnowski is a towering right-hander with one of the most projectable builds in the class and a fastball that really jumps on hitters. Sitting 85–88 and topping at 88.9 mph, the fastball plays even harder than the radar gun suggests thanks to outstanding extension out front — averaging nearly 7 feet. That kind of length shortens the reaction window and creates deception, especially when paired with his steep angle and downhill plane.

The fastball is backed by a mid-70s slider that spins up to 2,400 rpm and shows late action when he stays on top of it. The pitch is still tightening up, but the ingredients are there for a true secondary weapon. As he continues to refine his command and add physical strength, Tarnowski is a name that could surge up the rankings. The combination of velocity, extension, and projection makes him a high-upside follow heading into the Future Games.

Kenson Buth – 2027 SS/RHP | Byron Nelson (North Texas Team)

5'10” | 170 lbs | L/R | Stix Scout 2027 | #13 SS in TX, #64 Overall

Buth continues to prove he’s one of the more intriguing two-way players in the class. On the mound, he shows a strong delivery with real feel for his arsenal. His fastball sits in the 86–88 mph range and touches 88.8, but the pitch plays even better due to a tight spin profile (max 2,398 rpm) and up to 17.5” of induced vertical break. It has late hop through the zone and sneaky life at the top shelf.

He complements it with a sweeping 73–77 mph slider that flashes depth and separation, and a low-spin changeup that gives hitters a completely different look. While still developing consistency with his secondaries, he’s shown the ability to land all three in the zone — highlighted by a 76% zone rate on the fastball and 88% on the slider.

Buth also brings value as a left-handed hitter and middle infielder, but his progress on the mound has him trending up fast. As his velocity continues to climb and the command sharpens, his two-way upside could be a real asset at the next level.

Carson Pratt – 2027 RHP | Second Baptist (South Texas Team)

6'3” | 185 lbs | R/R | Houston Wildcatters 2027 – Gafford | #30 RHP in TX, #105 Overall

Pratt brings a clean delivery and starter’s build to the mound with a full four-pitch mix that gives him a chance to be a real presence in the rotation. The fastball sits in the 85–87 mph range, topping out at 87.8, with a flatter plane through the zone thanks to up to 18.2” of vertical break. His spin metrics (2,064 max) pair with a strong 92% zone rate, making the fastball a reliable pitch to get ahead and stay in the zone.

His 76–78 mph slider shows short, late action with feel to manipulate shape, and he also mixes in a 68–71 mph curveball with more traditional depth. The changeup rounds out his arsenal at 75–76 mph with good movement separation and a strong 88% zone rate, giving him a trusted option to neutralize lefties.

Pratt’s pitchability stands out, and as the velocity ticks up, he projects as a true four-pitch guy who can give teams quality innings. With a solid foundation of command and movement, his upside remains high heading into the fall.

Caden Mackey – 2027 LHP/OF | Southlake Carroll (North Texas Team)

6'1” | 180 lbs | R/L | 5 Star National | #8 LHP in TX, #116 Overall

Mackey is an athletic southpaw with a quick arm and one of the more unique fastballs in the class. It sits 85–87 mph (T87.9) with spin rates north of 2,400 rpm and elite movement — up to 17” of IVB with significant horizontal movement. The ball has a chance to play like a “unicorn” fastball if he can learn to consistently harness the movement. His 91% zone rate shows he’s trending in the right direction.

He pairs the fastball with a tight 75–77 mph curveball that spins over 2,500 rpm, flashing sharp shape and depth. The changeup also shows promise, sitting around 80 mph with movement separation and intent.

Mackey’s athletic delivery and high-upside pitch metrics give him a real ceiling. If the command continues to refine, especially on the fastball, he has the ingredients to become a real problem for hitters at the next level.

Mason Desai – 2027 OF/RHP | Fulshear (South Texas Team)

6'0” | 165 lbs | R/R | Texas Twelve | #— RHP in TX, #— Overall

Desai came out firing at the Top Prospect Games: Houston, showcasing one of the livelier arms in the 2027 class. His fastball sat 88–91 (T91.1) with elite spin (2,566 rpm max) and heavy vertical break up to 16.3”. He generates strong extension (6.0’) and carry through the zone, allowing the pitch to play up even more. His ability to fill the zone with it (86% zone rate) stands out, especially given the movement profile.

The slider is a true weapon, spinning at an elite 2,700+ rpm with late depth and bite in the 73–75 mph range. He throws it with conviction and lands it for strikes. The changeup rounds out the mix, coming in at 82–84 mph with consistent arm speed and good movement separation from the fastball.

A quick-twitch athlete with two-way ability, Desai can also swing it from the right side. His polish and pitch metrics suggest a high ceiling on the mound, and he’s only scratching the surface of what he can become. One of the more intriguing arms to follow out of the South Texas squad.

Cole Coffman – 2027 RHP/SS | St. John’s (South Texas Team)

6'4” | 190 lbs | R/R | Texas Twelve Maroon / Red Sox | #— RHP in TX, #— Overall

Coffman’s fastball plays up thanks to elite extension, averaging 7 feet down the mound — a rare number for a high school arm. That length shortens the distance to the plate and gives his 85–87 mph heater (T87.5) extra perceived velocity. It pairs well with over 19” of induced vertical break and a 96% zone rate, making it a consistent swing-and-miss pitch in the top half of the zone. His combination of size, fastball metrics, and zone presence gives him plenty of upside on the mound.

He complements the fastball with two promising secondaries. The curveball works in the low-70s (T74.7) and shows tight shape with spin rates north of 2,200 rpm, creating sharp vertical depth. His changeup is firm in the mid-70s and features late fade, flashing strong separation with a low spin profile and 94% zone rate. Both pitches help him disrupt timing, and continued refinement should make them reliable weapons in his pitch mix moving forward.

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