PLAYERS TO WATCH
Isaiah Hernandez – Ardmore Jr.
Hernandez has the characteristics of a leader. He is the type of player a coach hopes he comes across in his career. The center fielder has elite speed, a great bat and, as a sophomore, led the team in stolen bases with 46 and finished second on the team in batting average with a .333.
Kyle Miller – Lone Grove Sr.
Entering his fourth year as a starter, the senior is Lone Grove’s No. 1 option on the mound and plays shortstop. Miller also went 10-1 on the mound and hit over .400 last year with only two errors on defense.
Cash Coble – Madill Jr.
An outstanding athlete and baseball player. Very naturally gifted whether it’s hitting or fielding. He will be a leader this spring for Madill.
Jon Lohmeyer – Marietta Sr.
Lohmeyer will play a big role in the Indians’ success this season. Coaches say he has put in a lot of work and effort and it shows anytime he steps on the field.
Grant Graves – Plainview Sr.
A solid baseball player, Graves has a high IQ and passion for the game of baseball. He will be a key offensive and defensive player this season. He also plays quarterback and receiver for Plainview and stars on its basketball team.
Javon Wolfe – Turner Sr.
Wolfe is a four-year starter who is aggressive on the base paths and led the Falcons in steals and runs last year. Besides making the defense sweat, Wolfe is quick to the ball at shortstop with a strong arm to back up his range of motion. He is an overall team leader with the highest on-base percentage. Wolfe also recently became a 1,000-point scorer for Turner’s basketball team.
Collin Wharton – Wilson Sr.
This season should be a big one for Wharton. He is an intricate part of the Wilson baseball team and he will play a key role in the success the Eagles enjoy this season.
UNDERCLASSMEN TO WATCH
Jayshon Payne – Ardmore Fr.
Payne will see a lot of playing time on varsity in his debut season. He has the ability to track down the ball in the outfield, has a strong arm and is just getting started. He takes in knowledge well which is gonna help him in the long run. Payne has great potential that he can reach if he continues to work.
Ryder Cameron – Lone Grove So.
The sophomore left-handed pitcher went 7-1 last year as a freshman and looks to continue to be a strong player for the Longhorns this season.
James Valdez – Madill So.
A talented athlete and hard worker, Valdez is expected to start in center field and do some pitching this year.
Dillon Trail, Luis Rodriguez, and Garrett Flannagan – Marietta Fr.
All three outstanding players, and will look to step up and make an immediate impact on the varsity squad this spring.
Patrick Perezsilerio – Turner So.
Perezsilerio led the Falcons in hitting as well as RBI last season. With his quick thinking and strong arm, he’s a natural at the catcher position.
Cason Fulton – Wilson So.
As a Freshman last year, the first baseman hit .343 with four doubles, one triple, and one home run. He added 30 RBI and 33 runs scored to go along with 15 stolen bases.
UNSUNG HEROES
Landon Echols – Ardmore So.
After a conversation with his coach, Echols decided what kind of baseball player he wanted to be – one that “put the work in.” He worked hard in the offseason and showed up for fall ball with 10 added pounds of muscle and played hard all fall season. He is expected to be a big hitter for the Tigers.
Deacon Singleton – Lone Grove So.
Singleton Started in the outfield last year as a junior. He plays extremely hard, is a great kid, a contact hitter with great speed and a great defender in the outfield.
Ty Rushing – Madill Jr.
Rushing is hard worker and coachable two-sport athlete. He’s battled various injuries in the past but has looked good through the offseason. He will pitch and play infield this season. Rushing was also voted district quarterback of the year in Dec.
Jud Eakins – Turner Sr.
Eakins’ coaches say he’s the heart of the Falcons team and a consistent team leader. He plays center field and also sees time at first base and “will lay down the bunt or sacrifice without a second thought.” He also encourages his team and prioritizes Turner’s ideal culture. Eakins
