News Summary
As baseball season begins in California and Texas, players and coaches prepare for the 2025 high school preseason events. The Preseason IDs start this weekend, providing young athletes an opportunity to impress college recruiters. Highlights include premier showcase events that aim to highlight top talents and rising stars such as the Harrington brothers and other notable players gearing up for an exciting season ahead.
Welcome to Baseball Season in California and Texas!
As the calendar flips to the new year, excitement is building across the fields of California and Texas—it’s baseball season! This week marks the launch of the 2025 high school baseball preseason events, and players, coaches, and fans are eagerly gearing up for what’s to come.
Let the Preseason IDs Begin!
The upcoming weekend will see the kickoff of the Preseason IDs, a crucial event where aspiring young athletes can showcase their skills and get on the radar of college recruiters. These sessions will be key for recruiters as they plan their spring coverage, identifying promising prospects they want to follow throughout the high school season.
Exciting Showcase Events to Highlight Top Talent
This season, both California and Texas are prepared to host their first-ever Preseason All-State showcases. In California, the action takes place in hotspots like San Diego, Central California, and close to Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Texas will host its showcase in Houston. These invite-only events are a golden opportunity for standout players to shine and impress not just their peers but also college scouts!
Meet The Rising Stars
Among the players to watch are some incredible talents who are already making waves on the baseball scene. The Harrington brothers, Alex and Hunter Harrington from Cathedral Catholic, are both committed to Stanford and are recognized nationally as top-ranked athletes. Their performance at the showcase is highly anticipated!
Another standout is AJ Curry from University City HS. This talented pitcher recently transferred from Kentucky and is now committed to Tennessee. His all-around skills as both a pitcher and a hitter make him a player to keep an eye on.
Also in the mix is Malakye Matsumoto from Notre Dame HS. Standing tall at 6-foot-4, he’s shown immense potential not only as a pitcher but also as a hitter. His versatility will certainly be on display.
Then there’s Ourique, a Loyola Marymount commit, who has showcased a strong three-pitch mix in his decorated 2024 season, making him a thrilling player to watch. Another notable talent is Gavin Cervantes from St. John Bosco HS, famous for his fastball hitting 90 mph and a slider that’s turning heads around the league.
Don’t overlook Osvaldo Nuñez from Notre Dame HS! He’s a right-handed pitcher who has been noted for his strong potential despite a unique low-release height, making him an interesting prospect for recruiters. Lastly, keep an eye on Jackson Fetters, a young talent from China Spring HS who has been making waves and is already ranking prominently as a 2027 prospect.
Celebrating Players from the 2024 California Preseason All-State Team
The excitement doesn’t stop there! The 2024 California preseason all-state high school baseball team has been announced, featuring shining stars like Austin Steeves from Casa Grande, who has earned the title of California Pitcher of the Year and is signed with Stanford.
Ethan Schiefelbein from Corona is another name to know with a jaw-dropping 0.64 ERA and a strong commitment to UCLA. Not to mention Nic Abraham from Franklin, who remains undefeated with a 0.61 ERA and has signed with Tennessee! These players have shown not just talent but also impressive stats as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Looking Ahead
With the preseason events right around the corner, all eyes are on California and Texas, where young talents are primed to showcase their skills. For players, parents, and fans alike, this season promises to be one filled with excitement, competition, and perhaps, the next generation of baseball stars!
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Additional Resources
- SI.com: 2024 California Preseason All-State Team
- 12th Man: Grahovac Tabbed as Preseason SEC Freshman of the Year
- WAC Sports: Grand Canyon Tops 2024 WAC Preseason Baseball Coaches Poll
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Baseball
- OC Register: Orange County Baseball Preview
- Google Search: Youth Baseball Preseason Showcases
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