High school baseball: 2026 2A team-by-team region capsules, predictions
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The 2026 high school baseball season is scheduled to get underway this week for teams in Class 2A. To prepare fans for the upcoming season, the Deseret News has compiled capsules for every team in 2A. Every coach was invited to participate and submit information.
The region rankings are based on coaches’ preseason projections.
There are one new baseball coach in 2A this year: Brian Donohue (Water Canyon).
Here are the 2A teams and players to watch this upcoming season.
2A North
1. American Leadership Eagles
Head coach: Dustin Johnson (9th year)
2025 record: 7-18 (tied for second in Region 14 with a 4-5 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 15 in 3A
2025 postseason: 0-2 record, Eliminated by Juab in 3A Super Regionals
2025 offense: 5.1 rpg (No. 13 in 3A)
2025 defense: 8.9 rpg (No. 13 in 3A)
Returning contributors:
- Jesse Coxson, 1B/OF, Sr.
- Curtis Castleberry, OF, Sr.
- Ethan Barney, P/OF, Sr.
- Aryn Moody, C/1B, Sr.
- Houston Wilson, OF/P, Sr.
- Hunter Courtney, 2B/OF, Sr.
- Justus Brost, 3B/P, Jr.
- Ian Heaps, OF/P, Jr.
- Travin Hales, MI/P, Jr.
- Daxen Stream, SS/2B, Jr.
- Korver Swenson, P/2B/OF, Jr.
- Cody Mason, C/CI, Jr.
- Logan Young, 2B/P/OF, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Jayden Young, OF/SS, So.
- Ryker Durrant, P/1B, So.
- Boston Fenn, P/CI, Fr.
Coach comment: “I am excited to see how our guys come out and play this year together. We have a lot of talent in all classes and expectations are high as we compete in 2A for 2026.”
2. Duchesne Eagles
Head coach: Ryan Goodliffe (9th year)
2025 record: 11-15 (tied for third in Region 2A East with a 7-5 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 10 in 2A
2025 postseason: 2-2 record, Eliminated by San Juan in 2A Bracket Play
2025 offense: 7.1 rpg (No. 9 in 2A)
2025 defense: 7.3 rpg (No. 10 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
3. South Summit Wildcats
Head coach: George Fauci (2nd year)
2025 record: 7-16 (fifth in Region 13 with a 2-8 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 13 in 3A
2025 postseason: 0-2 record, Eliminated by Morgan in 3A Super Regionals
2025 offense: 4.8 rpg (No. 14 in 3A)
2025 defense: 10.3 rpg (No. 16 in 3A)
Returning contributors:
- Hayden Simons, P/1B, Sr.
- Owen Mair, P/SS, Sr.
- Ian Mair, 3B, Jr.
Key newcomers: Additional info not provided
Coach comment: “Excited for baseball this year. We were young last year as a team. The team is hungry and driven.”
4. Millard Eagles
Head coach: Dakota Bullock (5th year)
2025 record: 5-21 (seventh in Region 2A West with a 3-11 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 13 in 2A
2025 postseason: 2-2 record, Eliminated by Gunnison Valley in 2A Bracket Play
2025 offense: 5.1 rpg (No. 12 in 2A)
2025 defense: 11.7 rpg (No. 13 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Zach Higgins, P/IF, Sr.
- Bodie Memmott, IF, Sr.
- Kamdyn Frampton, OF/P, Sr.
Key newcomers: Additional info not provided
Coach comment: “Handful of guys that worked extremely hard this offseason, Hopefully we are able to ride them and our other guys catch up. As always, 2A looks to be very competitive.”
5. North Summit Braves
Head coach: Beau Morrill (6th year)
2025 record: 1-21 (seventh in Region 2A East with a 0-12 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 15 in 2A
2025 postseason: 0-2 record, Eliminated by Duchesne in 2A One-loss bracket
2025 offense: 2.5 rpg (No. 14 in 2A)
2025 defense: 13.8 rpg (No. 14 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Jaxon Preator, P/C/Util, Sr.
- Kestin Richins, P/SS, Sr.
- Cael Crittenden, CF, So.
- Kasin Richins, P/SS, So.
Key newcomers:
- Max Shaw, C/OF, Fr.
Coach comment: “I’m excited for the new season we will be young and we will also have 3 seniors to guide our sophomores’ and freshmen.”
2A East
1. Gunnison Valley Bulldogs
Head coach: Chad Avery (3rd year)
2025 record: 18-9 (tied for first in Region 2A East with a 11-1 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 6 in 2A
2025 postseason: 2-3 record, Eliminated by Milford in 2A Bracket Play
2025 offense: 7 rpg (No. 10 in 2A)
2025 defense: 4.3 rpg (No. 5 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Braxton Pickett, P, Sr.
- Waylon Sorenson, P/C, Sr.
- Landry Edwards, P/OF, Sr.
- Daxton Knudsen, SS, Jr.
- Dillon Dyreng, 1B, Jr.
- Porter Comin, 2B, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Kason Brackett, UTIL, So.
Coach comment: “Gunnison Baseball looks to continue building and improving this season. With all of our top contributors returning, the team brings experience and leadership as we work toward competing at a high level.”
2. South Sevier Rams
Head coach: Eric Baker (8th year)
2025 record: 26-6 (fourth in Region 2A West with a 10-4 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 5 in 2A
2025 postseason: 8-1 record, Beat Kanab in 2A Championship
2025 offense: 11.1 rpg (No. 1 in 2A)
2025 defense: 2.7 rpg (No. 1 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Cannon Barney, OF, Sr.
- Houston Blake, INF, Sr.
- Jax Christiansen, P/INF/OF, Sr.
Key newcomers: Next man up
Coach comment: “Looking forward to competing and growing with a young team. Should be a lot of fun this year.”
3. San Juan Broncos
Head coach: Jens Nielson (8th year)
2025 record: 21-6 (tied for first in Region 2A East with a 11-1 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 1 in 2A
2025 postseason: 2-2 record, Eliminated by South Sevier in 2A Bracket Play
2025 offense: 9.9 rpg (No. 2 in 2A)
2025 defense: 4.4 rpg (No. 6 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Baylor Nielson, C/P/SS, Sr.
- Jagger Nieves, Utility, Sr.
- Nache Young, IF/OF, Sr.
- Brandt Bingham, IF/OF, Sr.
- Remy Whatcott, IF/DH, Sr.
- Cash Palmer, IF/DH, Sr.
Key newcomers:
- Jonas Jeppesen, OF, Sr.
- Grady Lacy, OF, Sr.
- Keilan Hutchins, P/IF, Jr.
- Trai Bass, C, Jr.
- Beau Yeomans, P/IF, So.
- Jonah John, P/OF, So.
- Kreed Herring, P, Fr.
Coach comment: “We graduated a very talented Senior class from last year but bring back 9 seniors this year with about 6 boys that have significant Varsity experience. We have several very good underclassmen that will help contribute to this years team. We are excited about the season to see what these boys can do. The talent is there, just need to play together and play the game the right way.”
4. North Sevier Wolves
Head coach: Blake Butler (2nd year)
2025 record: 6-16 (sixth in Region 2A East with a 2-10 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 12 in 2A
2025 postseason: 0-2 record, Eliminated by Millard in 2A One-loss bracket
2025 offense: 4.7 rpg (No. 13 in 2A)
2025 defense: 9.8 rpg (No. 12 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- McKay Foote, C, Sr.
- Parker Jensen, P/SS, Sr.
- Koy Wasden, P/CF, Sr.
- Hunter Lund, P/LF, Sr.
- Kade Harward, P/1B, Sr.
- Davis Malmgren, P/3B, So.
Key newcomers:
- Tate Torgerson, P/RF, Jr.
- Boston Bosshardt, 2B, So.
- Houston Mickelsen, IF, So.
- Zander Christiansen, DH/OF, So.
Coach comment: “Excited to bring back six starters from last season. We were young last year. Should be a lot more competitive this year in region.”
5. Grand Red Devils
Head coach: Wylson Lamb (2nd year)
2025 record: 14-14 (tied for third in Region 2A East with a 7-5 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 9 in 2A
2025 postseason: 4-2 record, Eliminated by South Sevier in 2A Bracket Play
2025 offense: 7.3 rpg (No. 8 in 2A)
2025 defense: 5.6 rpg (No. 8 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
2A South
1. Beaver Beavers
Head coach: Daniel Carter (8th year)
2025 record: 24-5 (first in Region 2A West with a 12-2 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 2 in 2A
2025 postseason: 3-3 record, Eliminated by South Sevier in 2A Championship Day
2025 offense: 8.6 rpg (No. 3 in 2A)
2025 defense: 3.3 rpg (No. 3 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Davin Orton, P/UP, Sr.
- Gabe Robinson, P/C, Sr.
- Noah Wolff, UP, Sr.
- Raider Blomquist, P/C/UP, Jr.
- Ki Anzalone, P/IF, Jr.
- Davis Carter, P/IF, Jr.
- Tyge Blomquist, P/UP, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Carson Petty, UP, Jr.
- Drew Sorenson, UP, So.
Coach comment: “We are very excited for this season, we have a lot of returning players that are very experienced. We have some great pitchers this year and that are very talented. We also have some great younger players in our program that will be fun to watch. We can’t wait for green grass and the season to start.”
2. Kanab Cowboys
Head coach: Craig Brinkerhoff (4th year)
2025 record: 20-8 (second in Region 2A West with a 11-3 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 4 in 2A
2025 postseason: 4-2 record, Eliminated by South Sevier in 2A Championship
2025 offense: 8.1 rpg (No. 4 in 2A)
2025 defense: 4.1 rpg (No. 4 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Brogun Virostko, 3B, Sr.
- Hayden Gubler, OF, Sr.
- Kyan Lyman, P, Sr.
- Kolton Blomquist, OF, Sr.
- Walker Baird, P/INF, Jr.
- Kanon Virostko, UTL, Jr.
- Latimer Glover, UTL, Jr.
- Brady Ramsay, UTL, Jr.
Key newcomers:
- Grady Anderson, UTL, So.
- Zachary Warino, INF, Jr.
- Nolan Baird, UTL, Fr.
- Sayer Fenus, UTL, Fr.
- Brenan Orton, UTL, So.
Coach comment: “Returning majority of starters from last year. We are excited as a coaching staff to see what we can do this year together.”
3. Enterprise Wolves
Head coach: Kyle Bundy (19th year)
2025 record: 19-8 (third in Region 2A West with a 11-3 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 3 in 2A
2025 postseason: 2-3 record, Eliminated by South Sevier in 2A Bracket Play
2025 offense: 8.1 rpg (No. 5 in 2A)
2025 defense: 2.7 rpg (No. 2 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Javin Randall, P/SS, Jr.
- Aiden Emmett, P/CF, Jr.
- Julian Jones, P/C/INF, Jr.
- Jack Moyle, C, So.
Key newcomers:
- Koleman Styler, Util/P, So.
- Layne Whitman, Outfield/P, So.
- Jared Hess, Util/P, So.
- Kyler Bundy, Util/P, Jr.
- Jaxon Stauffer, Pitcher/Util, So.
- Trek Jones, 1B/P, So.
- Cody Bowler, 1B, Jr.
- Talyn Jones, Pitcher/Util, So.
Coach comment: “Young and basketball injuries won’t help out any. Hopefully we can figure out who can do what by the end of the year.”
4. Milford Tigers
Head coach: Kent Sullivan (5th year)
2025 record: 17-13 (fifth in Region 2A West with a 6-8 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 7 in 2A
2025 postseason: 3-3 record, Eliminated by Grand in 2A Bracket Play
2025 offense: 7.3 rpg (No. 7 in 2A)
2025 defense: 4.9 rpg (No. 7 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Boston Sullivan, SS/P/C, Sr.
- Jex Ashworth, OF/P, Sr.
- Griffin Walker, OF/P/C, Sr.
- Tyce Barnes, P/C/2B, So.
Key newcomers:
- Haze Marshall, OF/P, So.
- Marco Saavedra, P, Jr.
- Bradyn Carter, 3B/1B/P, Jr.
- Slade Kesler, 1B/P, So.
Coach comment: “Excited to start the season with the team. Looking forward to our players growing into new roles and seeing them transform throughout the season.”
5. Parowan Rams
Head coach: Jed Townsend (8th year)
2025 record: 6-14 (sixth in Region 2A West with a 3-11 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 11 in 2A
2025 postseason: 2-2 record, Eliminated by South Sevier in 2A Bracket Play
2025 offense: 5.5 rpg (No. 11 in 2A)
2025 defense: 7.1 rpg (No. 9 in 2A)
Returning contributors:
- Cooper Townsend, Infield, Sr.
- Hunter Bettridge, UTL, Sr.
- Luke Benson, RHP/OF, Sr.
- Tyrel Vest, RHP/Catcher, Jr.
- Lucas Williamson, RHP/Inf, Jr.
- Braxton Blauer, RHP/OF, Jr.
- Mason Biasi, OF, Jr.
- Jaiden Tuttle, OF/RHP, Jr.
- Gradey Osborne, RHP/Inf, So.
Key newcomers:
- Tiago Maher, RHP/Of, Sr.
- Kade Brown, RHP/UTL, Fr.
- Brodey Bradshaw, RHP/UTL, Fr.
Coach comment: “We’re excited about the outlook for Parowan Baseball this season. We return the core of our roster and lost just one senior from last year’s group, so we’ve got a lot of experience back—guys who’ve been contributing at the varsity level since they were freshmen. That continuity shows in our chemistry, work ethic, and competitive edge.”
6. Water Canyon Wildcats
Head coach: Brian Donohue (1st year)
2025 record: 0-16 (eighth in Region 2A West with a 0-14 record)
2025 RPI ranking: No. 14 in 2A
2025 postseason: 0-2 record, Eliminated by Parowan in 2A One-loss bracket
2025 offense: 1.1 rpg (No. 15 in 2A)
2025 defense: 18.5 rpg (No. 15 in 2A)
Additional info not provided
